swift

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When Geoffrey Owens was photographed working at a Trader Joe’s in 2018, the reaction was swift, and, in many corners, cruel.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Claim: “In these past four weeks, our armed forces have delivered swift, decisive, overwhelming victories on the battlefield, victories like few people have ever seen before.”

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

Last night's defeat drew swift and emotional reactions across Italian politics and society.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

As such, he expects the S&P 500 to remain volatile, limited upside followed by swift corrections.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Greek artists and poets realized how splendid a man could be, straight and swift and strong.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton