flank speed

noun

1. the maximum possible speed of a ship.

Example Sentences

That should be time to fill the wardroom with a team of trusted officers, take the bridge and get the Navy moving, at flank speed.

From Washington Post

To the editor: So our captain of state has telegraphed his intention to sail into a pack of icebergs at flank speed, ignoring the wishes of the majority in steerage who don’t want that.

From Los Angeles Times

In the end, he determined that in 2004, Aspen was responsible for more than 840,000 tons of carbon emissions—"roughly equivalent to a large, diesel-powered aircraft carrier running flank speed at all times."

From Science Magazine

Launching his campaign in New Hampshire, where the first 1992 presidential primary is only nine weeks away, Buchanan demanded no less than America's retreat from the world at flank speed.

From Time Magazine Archive

The cruise- line industry is growing at flank speed again The ocean liner, no longer just a luxury conveyance, has evolved into a floating amusement park, health spa and classroom.

From Time Magazine Archive