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swiftly

[swift-lee] / ˈswɪft li /


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Schneller went on to explain how interconnected markets are these days so shifts in risk appetite and geopolitical developments can swiftly ripple through multiple asset classes and equity sectors.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

The DUP said it acted swiftly when Donaldson was first charged in 2024 and that its current leadership are deeply concerned by allegations that have surfaced in recent days.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

"All elements of this reform package... must now be implemented swiftly," Merz told a press conference, adding that "we cannot afford to remove or reject individual measures".

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

The boats are made of aluminum, whose light weight helps them move swiftly to a target speed of about 14 knots, which is about 16 miles per hour, said one of Vela’s founders, Michaël Fernandez-Ferri.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

With the half-conscious Gurgi bound to her saddle, the white horse trotted swiftly ahead at a determined gait.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander




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