swiftly

American  

[swift-lee] / ˈswɪft li /

adverb

1. with great speed or velocity.

   Catching a reflection in my mask lens, I swiftly turned around to see an 18-foot great white shark just yards away, looking straight at me!

2. without delay; promptly; quickly.

   Behavior issues will be dealt with swiftly and decisively.

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Etymology

Origin of swiftly

swift ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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swiftly

AI was swiftly embedded in innumberable computer programs, often not even allowing a user to opt out.

From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026

He swiftly selected Richard Grenell, a former ambassador to Germany and a staunch ally, as acting director of the center.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026

If Elon Musk can expand its compute capacity swiftly, Microsoft could be perfectly positioned to monetize this “one-in-a-generation opportunity”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026

Ahmadzai, who is said to have been a champion boxer, looked small as he walked swiftly past us with his head was permanently bowed.

From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026

He could see nothing, not his own paw in front of his face, but he knew he was moving swiftly upon his board.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig

Related Words

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