supersonic
adjective
greater than the speed of sound waves through air.
supersonically
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a word derived from
supersonic.
Example Sentences
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The new engine, replacing the older WS-10C, is meant to give the J-20 more thrust, higher speed, the ability to fly supersonically without using fuel-guzzling afterburners, and a longer range.
From Reuters ● Sep. 21, 2023
Arthur Murray, test pilot, would wrestle for the next 15 terrifying seconds with a rocket plane racing over 1,400 miles an hour and spinning wildly, supersonically out of control.
From New York Times ● Aug. 4, 2011
There are more guys getting near 30, which has kind of been the age unless you’re supersonically special and winning majors in your mid-20s.”
From New York Times ● Apr. 5, 2011
But he thinks that a big airliner flying supersonically at 70,000 ft. will cause a bang no louder than very distant thunder.
From Time Magazine Archive
Transportation Secretary Volpe last week promised that the SST will fly supersonically only over water, at least until the sonic boom is brought within "acceptable limits."
From Time Magazine Archive
