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expeditious

[ek-spi-dish-uhs] / ˌɛk spɪˈdɪʃ əs /


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A White House official told Barron’s the administration was working to implement President Donald Trump’s executive order from December, which directed regulators to reschedule marijuana “in the most expeditious manner.”

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Iranian officials assured the "safe, unhindered and expeditious passage" for Philippines-flagged ships through the waterway, said Theresa Lazaro, the South East Asian country's foreign affairs secretary.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 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

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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