hastiness

Example Sentences

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OneWhale said the reason behind his sudden hastiness was unclear.

From BBC • May 30, 2023

I’m not going to let hastiness turn into sloppiness.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 12, 2021

“This hastiness is not a sign of self-confidence,” Mr. Beschloss said.

From New York Times • Mar. 29, 2021

Seven seconds had elapsed on the shot clock when the attempt thudded off the rim, hastiness that did not jibe with the patience the Terrapins were trying to preach.

From Washington Post • Feb. 7, 2014

The wheels kick up a bit of dust, and I can't tell whether it's the aridness or his hastiness to get to Tel Aviv.

From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper