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expedite

verb (expedite, expedites, expedited, expediting) — (formal)

«expedite» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

(formal) To make something happen faster; to speed up a process. tree →

In the lessons

A stiff office and exam word: «expedite the delivery», «expedite the process». Shipping websites offer «expedited delivery» for faster post. Everyday words: «speed up», «hurry along».

Examples

  • Paying extra will expedite the delivery. tree →
  • The school wants to expedite the repair of the roof. tree →
  • Please expedite your reply. tree →
  • Filling in the form now will expedite the process. tree →
  • We chose expedited shipping so the parcel arrives sooner. tree →
  • The manager expedited the order for the party. tree →

Note

Formal; say «speed up» in everyday talk. Regular verb: expedited. Pronounced EX-puh-dite. Not the same as «expedition» (a journey), though they are related.

On Mova

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