up-tempo

adjective

up-tem·po ˈəp-ˌtem-(ˌ)pō

: having a fast-moving tempo

up-tempo music

an aggressive up-tempo style of basketball

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But Ohio State kept its composure, expanding the lead 51-31 midway through the third on the strength of a 14-4 run keyed by up-tempo play and swarming defense. —

Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2024 Kiffin earned his reputation for being a consistent quarterback developer, but his up-tempo offense starts with a dependable run game. —

Blake Toppmeyer, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024 Pacifica came out on its first possession and used a no-huddle, up-tempo scheme to drive 72 yards for a 7-0 lead on Royster’s seven-yard touchdown run. —

Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024 On the field, the game is primarily fought on the ground at a time when up-tempo, pass-heavy offensive attacks are in vogue across college and professional football. —

Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for up-tempo