expeditious

Example Sentences

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"All ships and aircraft enjoy the right of transit passage... for the purpose of continuous and expeditious transit of the strait," it states.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

“Our first and most important goal is the lawful, expeditious but safe transfer of these embryos back to where they belong,” Ikuta said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

Now, however, it’s clear that, at least when it comes to this order, language like “most expeditious manner,” doesn’t necessarily mean that anything is changing anytime soon.

From Salon • Feb. 6, 2026

In a press statement, Orsted said it will “determine how best it may be possible to work with the U.S. Administration to achieve an expeditious and durable resolution.”

From MarketWatch • Jan. 13, 2026

More favors, innocent enough — packages to the mailbox, expeditious disposal of a bumblebee.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen