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[swift] / swɪft /


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Economists have warned that, even with a swift resolution to the war, it could take until 2027 for the the normal flow of goods through the Strait of Hormuz to be restored.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

She also called on residents to put up swift boxes and use calls to attract the birds to new nesting sites.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Glenn Hutchins, co-chair of the board of Brookings and co-founder of Silver Lake Partners, said that Powell’s swift actions prevented disaster.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

“Drone operators should expect swift action if they violate restricted airspace.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

“A good stage manager is swift and efficient as a London postal worker, and I have no time to waste.”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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