fast-moving

American

[fast-moo-ving, fahst-] / ˈfæstˈmu vɪŋ, ˈfɑst- /

adjective

moving or capable of moving at high speed.
(of a novel, play, or the like) having sustained action and interest with events following one another rapidly; lively in plot.

Etymology

Origin of fast-moving

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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“Given the fast-moving pace of our industries, this requires us to constantly assess how to foster a more agile and technologically-enabled workforce to meet tomorrow’s needs,” D’Amaro wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

For weeks now, the global tech industry has been waiting for a major artificial intelligence launch from DeepSeek, seen as a benchmark for China's progress in the fast-moving field.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

But there is a lesson within these fast-moving developments.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

In fast-moving environments, native fluency can outperform seniority.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

I tried reading the comments, but the fast-moving feed made my eyes dizzy.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas

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