quick
adjective
done, proceeding, or occurring with promptness or rapidity, as an action, process, etc.; prompt; immediate.
quickness
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a word derived from
quick.
Example Sentences
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His 8-foot wingspan and uncanny quickness let him short-circuit opposing offenses all by himself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026
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
“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
Buck’s marvellous quickness and agility stood him in good stead.
From "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London
