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or speeded
as in hurried
to proceed or move quickly
a bullet train speeding across the lush countryside
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Recent Examples of sped
Kimmel’s pretend roast The license probe reportedly was sped up after the Kimmel joke.
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ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
The city has released unedited footage showing the high-speed, life-or-death negotiation that played out when a robbery suspect sped off with an Antioch officer inside his getaway car, then attempted to negotiate out of trouble until being shot in the leg.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
The Hawks pulled within three points with four minutes to go because McCollum rushed down the court, forced Brunson to pick him up, sped into him on the way to the hoop, attracted a help defender from the corner and then whipped a pass for an open 3-pointer.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
But one season after Schwesinger, who was drafted by the Cleveland Browns with the first pick of the second round in 2025, sped to stardom, UCLA might not have its name represented in the this year’s NFL draft.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
Product development has already been sped up with TickPick’s support, according to Brennan.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Charges say Steward sped through a red light and hit another vehicle at the intersection of Emerson and 26th avenues.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
Authorities had not released suspect information as of Saturday night, though several vehicles that had sped away from the area were later stopped as far away as Solano County.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Police claim that Dousten sped off from the scene of the shooting after allegedly firing his weapon.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
The city has released unedited footage showing the high-speed, life-or-death negotiation that played out when a robbery suspect sped off with an Antioch officer inside his getaway car, then attempted to negotiate out of trouble until being shot in the leg.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
The Hawks pulled within three points with four minutes to go because McCollum rushed down the court, forced Brunson to pick him up, sped into him on the way to the hoop, attracted a help defender from the corner and then whipped a pass for an open 3-pointer.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
But one season after Schwesinger, who was drafted by the Cleveland Browns with the first pick of the second round in 2025, sped to stardom, UCLA might not have its name represented in the this year’s NFL draft.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
Product development has already been sped up with TickPick’s support, according to Brennan.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Charges say Steward sped through a red light and hit another vehicle at the intersection of Emerson and 26th avenues.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
Authorities had not released suspect information as of Saturday night, though several vehicles that had sped away from the area were later stopped as far away as Solano County.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Police claim that Dousten sped off from the scene of the shooting after allegedly firing his weapon.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sped
Verb
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After the Senate resolution failed, Kaine hurried out of the chamber.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Trump being hurried off the stage unharmed and guests ducking for cover underneath their tables.—
Alanna Durkin Richer,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Their fans will have cast a nervous glance at the goal difference column after City raced into the lead at Turf Moor through Erling Haaland after five minutes.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Marlins raced out to a 3-0 lead in the top of the first thanks to Xavier Edwards’ RBI double and Liam Hicks’ two-run homer, an impressive drive that cut through a cold San Francisco night.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Earlier, the Moon in Libra opposes direct Mercury in Aries, so thoughts may move faster than your emotional response, making conversations feel slightly off or rushed.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Moses could put his real game face on and settle into his pre-race routine—even if a bit rushed—to get Pal in the zone, and then send him off into the Valley of Roses to pick up his jockey, then on to the starting gate.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Since 2015, there have been 23 balls hit with an exit velocity of 91 mph or softer that traveled 360 feet and cleared an outfield wall in any ballpark.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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On Saturday night, Defense Minister Pedro Sánchez travelled to Cauca and pledged a crackdown on terrorism.—
Alfie Pannell,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Deborah Courtney drove more than two hours from from Jacksonville and noted that all citizen speakers expressed opposition.—
Bill Barrow,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his third home run of the season and drove in three runs to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 5-4 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.—
Richard J. Marcus,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Flyers fans stomped on the animal and nearly destroyed it before security scurried the souvenir away from the rambunctious crowd.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
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All three Mets runners scored as Baty scurried to third with a triple.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
26 Mar. 2026
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When Smith’s throw in the dirt squirted away from shortstop Miguel Rojas, the winning run trotted in from third base.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
8 Apr. 2026
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The gray wolf howled, trotted back and forth, and gradually worked closer and closer to the nervous but fascinated caribou.—
Frank Glaser,
Outdoor Life,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Orlando’s defense caused problems early for Detroit when the Magic forced seven turnovers in the opening four minutes and jumped out to a 19-7 lead.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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Marist, which has scant returning experience from last year’s national powerhouse, jumped out to leads of 5-0 and 16-5 in the ninth game of the day against Glenbard West.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Sped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sped. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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