swiftly

adverb

swift·​ly ˈswif(t)-lē How to pronounce swiftly (audio)
: in a swift manner : with speed : quickly

Examples of swiftly in a Sentence

swiftly established himself as a star in Hollywood
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Coach Snoop Dogg went first, followed swiftly by Michael Bublé, then Reba McEntire, and finally Niall Horan, for a four-chair turn. Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025 Colbert was one of many to swiftly protest Disney's decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel Live last week. Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Sep. 2025 Black women leaders are often brought in during crises, under-resourced, and then swiftly removed when problems persist. Essence, 23 Sep. 2025 However, Ward swiftly intercepts the food steal, much to Grogu's disappointment. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for swiftly

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of swiftly was before the 12th century

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“Swiftly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swiftly. Accessed 26 Sep. 2025.

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