hasten

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Definitions

Verb
act or move at high speed; "We have to rush!"; "hurry--it''s late!"
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move fast; "He rushed down the hall to receive his guests"; "The cars raced down the street"
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speed up the progress of; facilitate; "This should expedite the process"
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cause to occur rapidly; "the infection precipitated a high fever and allergic reactions"