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acceleration

[ak-sel-uh-rey-shuhn, ik-] / ækˌsɛl əˈreɪ ʃən, ɪk- /


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“Growth acceleration in 2027 now seems less likely.”

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

OTTAWA—The Canadian Real Estate Association sharply downgraded its sales forecast for the remainder of 2026, with mortgage rates headed higher as bond traders anticipate an acceleration in inflation from the war in Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The IEA said there had been a rapid acceleration in US jet fuel exports in recent weeks.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

“We are pleased with our first-quarter results, which featured an acceleration in both net revenue and organic revenue growth—with a notable improvement in convenient foods organic Volume,” said CEO Ramon Laguarta.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

In other words, they can’t feel an acceleration.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife




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