Example Sentences

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“Just trying to stay present, stay in the moment,” Balogun hastened to add.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

A full-size replica of a Spanish galleon stares out into Manila Bay, the centrepiece of a museum that will transport visitors back to the 17th century, when conscripted Philippine mariners hastened the era of globalisation.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

For the Mirage, the push to commercialize hastened its downfall.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

Cummins was in danger of missing the series because of a back injury but hastened his rehabilitation to return in Adelaide.

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

Lyra was afraid he’d fire his rifle by mistake, but as soon as he’d spoken he hastened inside his house and shut the door.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman