swiftly
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Origin of swiftly
Example Sentences
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Schneller went on to explain how interconnected markets are these days so shifts in risk appetite and geopolitical developments can swiftly ripple through multiple asset classes and equity sectors.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
On one hand, Vasquez thought that a Dave & Buster’s rave would get shut down swiftly by the police.
From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026
"All elements of this reform package... must now be implemented swiftly," Merz told a press conference, adding that "we cannot afford to remove or reject individual measures".
From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026
The boats are made of aluminum, whose light weight helps them move swiftly to a target speed of about 14 knots, which is about 16 miles per hour, said one of Vela’s founders, Michaël Fernandez-Ferri.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
As I stepped away from the wall, I glanced swiftly around the room for Father.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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