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Definitions from the Web

accelerate

Part of Speech: Verb

Senses:

1. (transitive) To cause to move faster; to increase in speed.
2. (intransitive) To move faster; to increase in speed.
3. (transitive) To speed up the progress or development of something.
4. (transitive) To hasten the occurrence of something.

Sample Sentences:

1. The racecar driver stepped on the gas pedal to accelerate quickly.
2. The car started to accelerate down the hill.
3. The introduction of new technology can accelerate the growth of a company.
4. Applying pressure to the wound may accelerate the healing process.

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