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[rap-id] / ˈræp ɪd /


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The Southern California Assn. of Governments recently released a preliminary map of transit hubs that would be included in the bill that follows Metro’s rapid transit map through Los Angeles County.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The data reflects continuing weak domestic demand in the world’s largest auto market after years of rapid growth and intense competition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

A high P/E ratio means investors expect rapid future profit growth for the company, but it can also show that a stock is overvalued.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

It is thought to be the result of rapid slimming, rather than the medication itself.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

He sensed the rapid flight of her hidden thoughts: the transitions showed on her frowning, tense face.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick




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