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shortcut - A simplified way to complete a task, often by bypassing steps in a process; or a path or way that reduces the usual time or distance required to reach a destination.

He surprised the teacher by figuring out a shortcut method of solving the math problem that saved time compared to the method she had taught before.

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scoot - To leave somewhere quickly

After robbing the bank, George had to scoot before the cops caught up to him.

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zoom - To move quickly or suddenly with a loud humming or buzzing sound.

The motorcycle zoomed past us on the highway.

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careen - To move swiftly and in an uncontrolled way

As the old bus speedily careened around the narrow and steep mountain Tibetan roads, Fred wondered if he would make it safely to interview the guru monk for his magazine article.

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brisk - Active, fast, and energetic.

The brisk wind made it a great day for kite flying.

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skid - (of a vehicle) slide, typically sideways or obliquely, on slippery ground or as a result of stopping or turning too quickly

The car skidded on the icy road and almost hit a tree.

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breakneck - Extremely risky or likely to cause harm due to speed or pressure.

The bikers raced downhill at breakneck speed, barely in control.

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dash - An act of running somewhere suddenly and hastily

After climbing over the prison's walls, the prisoners made a dash for freedom.

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sprint - To run or go at top speed especially for a short distance

The kids sprinted to catch the bus before it left.

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jolt - An abrupt rough or violent movement

Ewan woke up with a jolt, realizing that he had slept through the alarm and was going to be over an hour late for his first day of work at the new job.

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whirlwind - Something that involves many quickly changing events; a confused rush.

We loved our whirlwind tour of so many European countries in one week.

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fling - A short period of enjoyment or wild behavior

Normally a mild-mannered person, Tracy would sometimes engage in wild flings involving lots of drinking.