To speed
Example: They speed up the process to save time
Definition
"To speed" means to move or cause to move quickly or faster than usual, often with the intention of saving time or increasing efficiency, as in the phrase 'They speed up the process to save time.'
Etymology
The word "to speed" originates from the Old English 'spēdan,' meaning 'to prosper or succeed,' which evolved into the sense of moving swiftly. Interestingly, its roots are connected to the idea of success, linking speed with achieving goals efficiently.
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"To speed" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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