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quickens

  • present tense form of quicken (3rd person singular).

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Game shipments are likely to rise around 10% next fiscal year, given user engagement typically quickens in the second year of a console cycle, he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

The shot is already marketed in the U.S. and requires two doses over one month, which quickens seroprotection compared to hepatitis B vaccines that are delivered in three doses over six months.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

As the beat picks up, the dancer quickens their steps to a jog — but seemingly slips on stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2024

Higher housing prices at the top mean higher prices below as land values rise and gentrification quickens.

From New York Times • Dec. 11, 2023

My pulse quickens as I imagine Thaya Jaan listening to my fake accent and imitating real Pakistani heroes.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan