accelerated
adjective
ac·cel·er·at·ed
ik-ˈse-lə-ˌrā-təd 
ak-
1
: occurring or developing at a faster rate than usual
an industry that is growing at an accelerated pace
2
: designed to be completed in a shorter length of time than usual
taking an accelerated course in English
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The impact of the accelerated demand is evident in GE Vernova’s quarterly results.
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Jeff Marks, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
Given the accelerated pace of change (and the fact that 70% of procurement organizations are struggling to hire new talent), many CPOs are investing in agentic AI capabilities that can automate certain key functions, provide insights into long-term planning and help build resilience for the future.
—Matthew Buckingham, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
The accelerated concentration of power in Washington, D.C., via Obamacare and other policies—combined with the explosion of deficits and debt—concerned me deeply.
—Doug Ducey, National Review, 14 Apr. 2025
This means being able to quickly reposition satellites in orbit, or being able to launch spacecraft on accelerated timelines.
—Brett Tingley, Space.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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Jeff Marks, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
Given the accelerated pace of change (and the fact that 70% of procurement organizations are struggling to hire new talent), many CPOs are investing in agentic AI capabilities that can automate certain key functions, provide insights into long-term planning and help build resilience for the future.
—Matthew Buckingham, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
The accelerated concentration of power in Washington, D.C., via Obamacare and other policies—combined with the explosion of deficits and debt—concerned me deeply.
—Doug Ducey, National Review, 14 Apr. 2025
This means being able to quickly reposition satellites in orbit, or being able to launch spacecraft on accelerated timelines.
—Brett Tingley, Space.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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“Accelerated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accelerated. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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