as in hustle
excited and often showy or disorderly speed
several council members objected to the hastiness with which the proposal was brought to a vote
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as in hurried
acting or done with excessive or careless speed
Anna later regretted her hasty decision to sell her car
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as in rapid
moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed
we all wish our sick friend a hasty recovery
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Recent Examples of hastiness
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2025
Some of those pages have been restored, with a Pentagon official telling NPR that the military's review of images, stories and social media posts has been too hasty in some respects.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
That could keep markets on edge and monthly returns in the red, but advisers caution savers and investors against making hasty moves out of fear.
—J.j. McCorvey, NBC News, 20 Mar. 2025
The jury in a New York City murder trial is frustrated by a single member whose skeptical caution forces them to more carefully consider the evidence before jumping to a hasty verdict.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Weiss and his allies were outvoted 4-3 by those wanting a hasty, truncated search.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2025
Some of those pages have been restored, with a Pentagon official telling NPR that the military's review of images, stories and social media posts has been too hasty in some respects.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
That could keep markets on edge and monthly returns in the red, but advisers caution savers and investors against making hasty moves out of fear.
—J.j. McCorvey, NBC News, 20 Mar. 2025
The jury in a New York City murder trial is frustrated by a single member whose skeptical caution forces them to more carefully consider the evidence before jumping to a hasty verdict.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hastiness
Noun
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Every Met asked about Lindor’s three-run shot made sure to mention Tyrone Taylor’s hustle down the line one batter earlier, to prevent an inning-ending double play.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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Yellow Taxi Fellow New Yorkers know how magical the city can be in the summertime, and what better way to evoke the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple than with the iconic taxi cab yellow.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The German foreign minister flew to the United States on February 2 and returned to Europe the same night in a hurried effort to convince Baker of the need for a nonexpansion pledge to secure German unification.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
9 Apr. 2025
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Ryan Kalkbrenner blocked Troy D’Amico’s attempt at a winning 3-pointer in the final seconds, Isaiah Rivera missed a hurried 3 just before the buzzer and the Bluejays had forced overtime with an improbable comeback.—
Mike Fitzpatrick,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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That’s a rapid ascent that only the biggest names in the genre can manage.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The school’s rapid closure comes as it was already eyed by the district for a long-term closure as part of an ongoing facilities master plan.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Apr. 2025
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The girl’s breath smelled of sleep, just slightly stale—no time for mouthwash, toothpaste, in her haste to see him.—
Joyce Carol Oates,
The New Yorker,
16 Mar. 2025
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The original American Idol winner and cover queen is expected to resume hosting The Kelly Clarkson Show post haste, according to Deadline.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Polite start, quick stall Even after Trump was elected on the promise of high tariffs, relations with Beijing got off to a polite start.—
Beijing and Washington Bureaus,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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Abby Moore, 2026, C Moore has quick reflexes and great blocking skills, according to Henry.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Apr. 2025
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One was a ‘mad rush’ of top eligible players, other scenarios had the rebuilding teams [the four rising teams] as being less aggressive.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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However, that must've been on the back of an adrenaline rush, because after being listed as doubtful on the initial injury report, Tatum has been ruled out for Game 2 on Thursday.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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What began as an impulsive decision turned into an unforgettable journey, one that gave her the opportunity to experience the U.S. in a way few travelers do.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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This often leads to better returns than active trading, which generally incurs higher costs and taxes and stems from impulsive, emotional decision-making, experts said.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
5 Apr. 2025
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Think: a brisk stair climb between Zoom calls, a few yoga stretches before breakfast, or a quick round of squats at the top of each hour.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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While its cozy fabric will serve you well on brisk spring evenings, its lightweight design is easy to throw over your shoulders for added texture once temperatures rise.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Hastiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hastiness. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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