swiftly

adverb

swift·​ly ˈswif(t)-lē How to pronounce swiftly (audio)
: in a swift manner : with speed : quickly

Examples of swiftly in a Sentence

swiftly established himself as a star in Hollywood
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In its latest move, the Trump administration banned Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students – a decision swiftly halted by a federal judge hours after the nation’s oldest and wealthiest university filed suit. Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 27 May 2025 Even 6 inches of swiftly moving water can forcefully knock you off your feet. Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 May 2025 Stay informed and follow these tips from the NWS to ensure safety during heavy rainfall: Beware of swollen waterways: Avoid parking or walking in close proximity to culverts or drainage ditches, as the swiftly moving water during heavy rain can potentially carry you away. Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 25 May 2025 But my admiration for the portrayal swiftly salved my disenchantment with the portrayed. Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 25 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for swiftly

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of swiftly was before the 12th century

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“Swiftly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swiftly. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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