swifter

/ ˈswɪftə /

noun

1. nautical a line run around the ends of capstan bars to prevent their falling out of their sockets

Word History and Origins

Origin of swifter¹

C17: related to the nautical term swift to fasten with tight-drawn ropes; probably Scandinavian in origin: compare Old Norse svipta to reef

Example Sentences

It’s swifter, the animatronics are generally closer to us, and the slightly shorter ride time ensures there’s no elongated scenes without some critter action.

From Los Angeles Times

Meanwhile, activists have called for swifter and more strident action to halt the climate change which they say caused the flooding.

From BBC

Mark Beattie, chair of the Magistrates’ Association, said that its members welcomed the new power to help deliver swifter justice.

From BBC

“This marks a further step towards addressing the deep challenges in our criminal justice system, both reducing the record remand population in our jails and delivering swifter justice for victims.”

From BBC

Only current Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander Aroldis Chapman has thrown two swifter pitches, reaching 105.8mph in 2010 and 105.7mph in 2016, but Joyce’s was the fastest pitch thrown for a strikeout.

From BBC

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