(~er, ~est, ~s)
1.
A ~ event or process happens very quickly or without delay.
Our task is to challenge the UN to make a ~ decision...
The police were ~ to act.
= quick
ADJ
~ly
The French have acted ~ly and decisively to protect their industries.
ADV
2.
Something that is ~ moves very quickly.
With a ~ movement, Matthew Jerrold sat upright.
= quick
ADJ
~ly
Lenny moved ~ly and silently across the front lawn.
ADV: ADV with v
3.
A ~ is a small bird with long curved wings.
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