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expeditious

[ek-spi-dish-uhs] / ˌɛk spɪˈdɪʃ əs /


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"What it does mean is that the Defendants may not do so during the district court's expeditious litigation without securing Congress's authorization, as the Constitution and laws require."

From Barron's Aug. 7, 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

In response to a request for comment from Salon, a Justice Department official said “DOJ is working to identify the most expeditious means of executing the EO.”

From Salon Feb. 6, 2026

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has already said the state will “ensure there is a full, fair, and expeditious investigation to ensure accountability and justice.”

From Slate Jan. 8, 2026

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

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen




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