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Speed
01
velocità
the rate or pace at which something or someone moves
Example
The rocket accelerated to tremendous speeds as it left Earth 's atmosphere.
The cheetah is known for its incredible speed, reaching up to 70 miles per hour in short bursts.
Time seemed to slow down as he watched the car approaching at high speed.
02
velocità, celerità
distance travelled per unit time
03
velocità, rapidità
changing location rapidly
04
anfetamina, stimulante
a stimulant drug that increases alertness, energy, and focus
InformalExample
The addictive nature of speed has led to strict regulations and penalties for its misuse.
Long-term use of speed can cause physical and psychological dependency.
He was arrested for possession of speed, a dangerous and addictive stimulant.
05
velocità, prontezza
the ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a (camera) lens system
to speed
01
affrettarsi, accelerare
move hurridly
1.1
sfrecciare, accelerare
to travel at a velocity that exceeds legal limits or is considered dangerously fast
Example
They often speed on that empty stretch of road late at night.
The car began to speed along the highway, ignoring the posted limits.
He was ticketed for trying to speed through the residential area.
02
accelerare, affrettare
cause to move faster
03
accelerare, velocizzare
move faster
04
accelerare, affrettarsi
move very fast
Esempio
The rocket accelerated to tremendous speeds as it left Earth's atmosphere.
The cheetah is known for its incredible speed, reaching up to 70 miles per hour in short bursts.
Time seemed to slow down as he watched the car approaching at high speed.
The runner sprinted with lightning speed toward the finish line, determined to win the race.
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