full speed
- the maximum speed.
- Nautical. the speed normally maintained on a passage.
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- at maximum speed: to move full speed ahead.
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Examples from the Web for full speed
Contemporary Examples
Depending on public reaction, the punishment system can start slowly and then rush to full-speed Soviet repressions.
Historical Examples
“Steam ahead, full-speed,” signalled the captain to Edgar Berrington.
Under the WavesR M Ballantyne
Others were coming in from their full-speed trials outside the harbor.
Four AfloatRalph Henry Barbour
Motor-Launch Officer (who has rung for full-speed without result).
Motor-Launch Officer (who has rung for full-speed without result): "What's the matter?"
Jokes For All OccasionsAnonymous
The cutter jingled her full-speed bell while the tackle was still lifting the sponson boat.
The Skipper and the SkippedHolman Day