expeditious
Americanadjective
adjective
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- expeditiously adverb
- expeditiousness noun
- nonexpeditious adjective
- nonexpeditiousness noun
- unexpeditious adjective
- unexpeditiousness noun
Etymology
Origin of expeditious
First recorded in 1590–1600; exped(ition) + -itious
Example Sentences
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“As the court found, the OIG must consult with unions on the effects of an investigation but may reject their proposals. My office’s investigations will continue after the ‘expeditious’ bargaining described by the court.”
From Los Angeles Times
He also urged “expeditious delivery” of weapons and security services and reaffirmed Israel’s right to defend itself.
From Los Angeles Times
The prosecutor said his team reviewed the case in a “thorough and expeditious manner.”
From Seattle Times
Even if the Supreme Court decides to hear the former president’s case, the Court might follow the example of its predecessor’s expeditious handling of the 1974 case of U.S. v.
From Salon
“We are pleased to reach an expeditious and mutually favorable agreement on this matter with the California Department of Justice,” DesJarlais said.
From Los Angeles Times
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