headlong
/hˈɛdlɔŋ/
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Definitions
Adjective Satellite
excessively quick; "made a hasty exit"; "a headlong rush to sell"
Adjective Satellite
with the head foremost; "a headfirst plunge down the stairs"; "a headlong dive into the pool"
Adverb
with the head foremost; "the runner slid headlong into third base"
Adverb
at breakneck speed; "burst headlong through the gate"
Adverb
in a hasty and foolhardy manner; "he fell headlong in love with his cousin"