full speed

American  

noun

1. the maximum speed.

2. Nautical. the speed normally maintained on a passage.

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adverb

1. at maximum speed.

   to move full speed ahead.

Etymology

Origin of full speed

First recorded in 1350–1400

Example Sentences

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full speed

Before the tournament, many knew him simply as a prolific goalscorer, or, perhaps, from the "imagine this Viking running at you full speed" memes.

From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026

But it will likely take until October for Iraq, Kuwait and other gulf countries that had to slash production to pump oil at full speed, analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026

That does not necessarily mean sprinting at full speed or using the highest resistance setting on an exercise bike.

From Science Daily ● May 16, 2026

"We want feasibility studies and a pause, so we know the actual local impacts -- not just rushing ahead at full speed," said Dziobek.

From Barron's ● Apr. 10, 2026

I rushed out of the tent at full speed, skidded into my camp, and grabbed up all my belongings.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline