sped
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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He also stood up programs catering to startups, and sped up and added flexibility to contracting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
She said she took out her phone and started recording after the first errant missile from the fusillade sped directly toward the Angel City team bench.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 5, 2026
As the driver sped off in the direction of the suspect, the officer continued giving him instructions.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026
Warmer global temperatures don’t seem to have sped up the spread or evolution of primates into new species.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 20, 2026
They jumped into their canoe and sped off.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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