quick response

British

noun

marketing the rapid replenishment of a customer's stock by a supplier with direct access to data from the customer's point of sale

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The company’s quick response to the spike in fuel costs through surcharges and higher fares, coupled with strong travel demand, led to profit and revenue that beat expectations and an upbeat outlook.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

A quick response force would need to be on hand in case more troops had to rush to the scene, former military officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

His praise is reserved for the "lovely ambulance crew" and the "really quick response" from triple zero, the emergency services.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Nicholls had a quick response when I asked what she thinks of those who say illegal is illegal, so what’s left to discuss?

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 9, 2025

Her quick response and the family’s unity of purpose sent Fred Gray off King Hill with a sense of hope.

From "Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice" by Phillip Hoose

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