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At 5-foot-4, the Darien, Conn., native isn’t physically imposing, but her quickness, vision and footwork make her a perpetual threat.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“It’s a game of speed, quickness and explosive power,” Cignetti said before the Rose Bowl.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

“He’s got to have more confidence in his three-point shot, his pull-up shot and focusing on his defense on the ball, using his quickness for that,” Cronin said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025

"I'm optimistic that Indonesia is still attractive," he said, citing "the value chain, the investment climate and the quickness of President Prabowo to do deregulations".

From BBC • Oct. 19, 2025

Gaum gave me an airy little nod, as if applauding my quickness to reply: a conspirator’s nod.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin