as in rapid
moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed
the horse took off at a splitting gallop
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as in dividing
to set or force apart
split logs for the winter's supply of wood
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Recent Examples of splitting
Karri Peifer, Axios, 5 Sep. 2024
To overcome these hurdles, the OPTN should adopt a mandatory splitting policy that is similar to policies already adopted in other countries.
—Evelyn Tenenbaum and Jed Adam Gross, STAT, 8 Aug. 2024
Transitioning from splitting rent with a roommate to being responsible for monthly expenses all on her own was a big adjustment the creative had to prepare for.
—Indya Brown, Essence, 5 June 2024
Robinson had grown up splitting time between Milwaukee and Florida, where her father lives.
—Ashley Luthern, Journal Sentinel, 2 May 2024
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Adjective
After waiting nearly a month for the city to respond to a service request about a splitting tree, a Museum District resident duct taped the tree together and posted signs to avoid parking under it.
—Karri Peifer, Axios, 5 Sep. 2024
To overcome these hurdles, the OPTN should adopt a mandatory splitting policy that is similar to policies already adopted in other countries.
—Evelyn Tenenbaum and Jed Adam Gross, STAT, 8 Aug. 2024
Transitioning from splitting rent with a roommate to being responsible for monthly expenses all on her own was a big adjustment the creative had to prepare for.
—Indya Brown, Essence, 5 June 2024
Robinson had grown up splitting time between Milwaukee and Florida, where her father lives.
—Ashley Luthern, Journal Sentinel, 2 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splitting
Adjective
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These abundant growing vegetables (or fruit?) produce at such rapid speeds that planting them too close together is asking for problems, like stunted growth, plant disease, and a smaller harvest.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
30 Mar. 2025
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According to a 2024 study published by Realtor.com, Texas accounted for 15 percent of new housing permits issued across the U.S., despite only making up 9 percent of its population, helping to keep prices and rents relatively cheap despite the rapid inflow of people.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2025
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As his health faded in the last year of his life, Neruda rushed to finish his story, which gives the last chapters of his book a galloping, fragmented quality.—
Tunku Varadarajan,
WSJ,
25 June 2021
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The artist was in Times Square last week to offer his latest corrective, unveiling a massive bronze statue of a young African American man in urban streetwear sitting astride a galloping horse.—
NBC News,
NBC News,
7 Oct. 2019
Verb
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The objective is to rethink the way that end-of-life motorcycle equipment is handled, avoiding unnecessary waste by creating a sustainable and effective method of separating and recycling the plastics used to make helmets.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Jan. 2025
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After separating from Anderson and filing for divorce on April 8, Blanchard rekindled her relationship with Urker.—
Sara Vallone,
Miami Herald,
2 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The Swedish forward was given a quick audition during the Sens’ blowout loss to the Avalanche earlier this week.—
Julian McKenzie,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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In a telephone call on Tuesday, the Russian leader slammed the brakes on Mr. Trump’s desire for a quick cease-fire agreement between Russia and Ukraine, agreeing only to stop attacks on energy infrastructure.—
Michael D. Shear,
New York Times,
22 Mar. 2025
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Archway Homes can pay cash and close in as fast as three days.—
Archway Homes,
Kansas City Star,
23 Mar. 2025
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Temper rapid spring growth by skipping the early spring fertilizer, which promotes fast green-up and growth.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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For new mothers without medical complications, the experts recommend a combination of activities such as brisk walking, cycling and muscle-strengthening exercises for at least 120 minutes per week—ideally spread over four or more days.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
25 Mar. 2025
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To achieve their signature white color and brisk flavor, the stalks of Asparagus officinalis require a signature treatment: a growing season without a hint of sunshine.—
Yolanda Evans,
AFAR Media,
21 Mar. 2025
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But there aren’t enough helicopters available for initial pilot training, current and former Army aviators told Forbes, and active-duty and National Guard aircrews simply aren’t getting enough flying hours in peacetime.—
Jeremy Bogaisky,
Forbes,
4 Feb. 2025
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Wonder plant and insect camera Bird Buddy is moving on to smaller flying creatures of the outdoors.—
Andrew Liszewski,
The Verge,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Splitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splitting. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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