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speed up

[speed-uhp] / ˈspidˌʌp /














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The findings suggest that nanocatalysts should not simply be viewed as additives that speed up chemical reactions.

From Science Daily Aug. 10, 2026

A new study helps explain how the process works—and could speed up breeders’ ability to develop new varieties.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 7, 2026

He created the Defence AI Center A1 -- a hub dedicated to embedding AI in the military and using live feedback from the front to speed up the deployment of new technology.

From Barron's Aug. 7, 2026

Yet hiring is unlikely to speed up until the conflict with Iran is resolved and inflation subsides, Richardson said.

From MarketWatch Aug. 5, 2026

“Evidently the Erudite now want to speed up the process. I have no idea what to do about it... or what could even be done.”

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth




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