breakneck – at very high speed, dangerously fast The plane flew at breakneck speed. We ran at breakneck speed to try and make it to the bus stop on time. brisk – quick and energetic We went on a brisk morning walk. They travelled against at a brisk pace. expeditious – marked by speed and efficiency The investigation was completed in an expeditious manner. We would like an expeditious resolution to this problem. hasty – excessively quick We made a hasty getaway. ‘Don’t you think it was a bit of a hasty decision?’ his mother asked. nimble – quick...
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