full speed

Example Sentences

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"We want feasibility studies and a pause, so we know the actual local impacts -- not just rushing ahead at full speed," said Dziobek.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

"I remember it took us a little bit to get the wheels turning full speed," DiGesu admits.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

The tanker, sanctioned for allegedly shipping oil to U.S.-designated terrorist organizations, made an unusual move last weekend, executing a U-turn, refusing to be boarded and racing away from Venezuela at full speed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 31, 2025

“Someone running at you full speed with perfect track form, you can’t tell me that’s not terrifying,” McClellan says laughing with the audience.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025

Our robot, however, had no such concerns, and she rushed upward at full speed.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown