posthaste

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for posthaste
Adverb
  • And Investor Changes In an ever-evolving market, the ability to swiftly adjust strategies in response to global economic shifts, technological advancements and changing investor expectations is crucial.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Beijing swiftly announced 15% retaliatory tariffs on some American goods, including chicken, wheat, corn and cotton.
    Alexandra Banner, CNN, 4 Mar. 2025
Adverb
  • The Shift is a regular feature to catch up quick on what's happening in Arkansas' economy and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
    Worth Sparkman, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025
  • New technology such as genetic sequencing of environmental DNA and real-time imaging is making the identification of new marine species quicker and easier, but scientists still rely on collecting physical specimens for confirmation, which can be slow work, Taylor said.
    Katie Hunt, CNN, 11 Mar. 2025
Adverb
  • Deputies arrived at the temple around 9:13 a.m. and soon notified Chino Hills Code Enforcement, whose officers are tasked with maintaining the appearance and safety of property in the city.
    Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2025
  • The question, which figures to be answered very soon: What happens at quarterback?
    Jeff Howe, The Athletic, 10 Mar. 2025
Adverb
  • Slowing down can also help beginners avoid accidentally hurting themself in the process — no one wants rug burn on their privates from going too hard too fast!
    Quispe López, Them, 12 Mar. 2025
  • The 15 seconds is a little too fast, in my opinion.
    Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Adverb
  • The trio of decision makers answered the former Seattle Seahawk’s trade request, and then Pittsburgh promptly extended the two-time Pro Bowler with a handsome new five-year, $150 million contract.
    Mike DeFabo, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Follow evacuation orders: When local authorities issue an evacuation order, promptly comply.
    Southern California Weather Report, Orange County Register, 13 Mar. 2025
Adverb
  • All of this said, Monday’s moves did not immediately turn the Patriots into a playoff team.
    Chad Graff, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Cut anything that doesn't immediately serve your visitor's needs or push them toward becoming a client.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
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“Posthaste.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posthaste. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.

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