How to use Fast in a sentence? Understand with Examples
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By Muneeza Rehman & Muazma Batool — Published on February 11, 2024
Fast refers to moving or capable of moving at high speed. e.g., The cheetah is known for its incredibly fast running speed.
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Fast Example Sentences
She learned the piano remarkably fast.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
He's a fast thinker in stressful situations.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The rumors spread fast through the office.
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Delilah
Feb 11, 2024
He runs incredibly fast.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
Time flies fast when you're having fun.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The fast current made swimming difficult.
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Zoe
Feb 11, 2024
She's a fast reader and finishes books in days.
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Jaxson
Feb 11, 2024
They worked fast to meet the deadline.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The news of the victory spread fast.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
He ate his lunch too fast and felt ill.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The fast rise in temperatures signaled a heatwave.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
The car was too fast for the narrow road.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The fast growth of the company surprised everyone.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
The fast approach of winter worried the farmers.
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Delilah
Feb 11, 2024
She gave a fast nod in agreement.
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Emery
Feb 11, 2024
The fast-approaching deadline made them anxious.
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Zoe
Feb 11, 2024
She replied fast to the email inquiry.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
The fast pace of the film kept the audience engaged.
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Zoe
Feb 11, 2024
They made a fast transition to remote work.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The athlete ran fast despite the injury.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The clock's fast; it needs to be adjusted.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
Technology is evolving too fast to keep up.
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Joshua
Feb 11, 2024
The fast-flowing river was dangerous for kayakers.
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Adrian
Feb 11, 2024
The fast lifestyle of celebrities can be daunting.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
They made a fast profit from the investment.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The dog chased the squirrel but it was too fast.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
She completed the project fast and efficiently.
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Jaxson
Feb 11, 2024
The fast-changing trends in fashion are hard to follow.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
He climbed the ladder too fast and felt dizzy.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
The fast expansion of the network improved coverage.
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Adrian
Feb 11, 2024
She packed her bags fast and left in a hurry.
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Joshua
Feb 11, 2024
He's a fast learner, picking up new skills quickly.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
He adapted fast to the new environment.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The fast tempo of the song made it difficult to sing.
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Adam
Feb 11, 2024
He's a fast driver, always exceeding the speed limit.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The fast depletion of natural resources is concerning.
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Emery
Feb 11, 2024
The fast pace of the city life overwhelmed him.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The fast beat of the music energized the crowd.
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Joshua
Feb 11, 2024
The fast winds caused damage to the roofs.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
He's too fast to catch in a game of tag.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The fast spread of the virus alarmed health officials.
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Cameron
Feb 11, 2024
She's known for her fast decision-making skills.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
They had to act fast to save the situation.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The train was moving too fast to see the scenery.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
He's known for living a fast and adventurous life.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The horse galloped fast across the field.
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Emery
Feb 11, 2024
The fast improvement in her health was encouraging.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
The fast spin of the wheel was mesmerizing.
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Adam
Feb 11, 2024
The fast flow of information on the internet is overwhelming.
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Delilah
Feb 11, 2024
She's fast becoming a popular artist in the community.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
Fast Definitions
To abstain from all or some kinds of food or drink, especially as a religious observance.
Many people fast during the month of Ramadan.
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Muneeza Rehman
Jan 29, 2024
(of a person) Living in a reckless or dissolute way.
He led a fast life in his youth, full of adventure and travel.
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Adrian
Jan 29, 2024
Moving or capable of moving at high speed.
The sprinter is incredibly fast on the track.
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Muneeza Rehman
Jan 29, 2024
Idioms & Phrases with Fast
Play fast and loose
To behave in a recklessly irresponsible or deceitful manner.
He played fast and loose with the company's finances.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
Fast friends
Friends who are very close or have a strong bond.
They became fast friends after working on the project together.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
Fast and furious
Very energetic and intense.
The debate between the candidates was fast and furious.
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Adam
Feb 11, 2024
Fast approaching
Coming near quickly.
The fast-approaching deadline made everyone anxious.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
Fast track
To expedite or accelerate the progress of something.
The project was put on the fast track for completion.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
Fast as lightning
Extremely quick or rapid.
The magician's hands were as fast as lightning.
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Aaliyah
Feb 11, 2024
Living fast
Leading a reckless or wild lifestyle.
He spent his youth living fast and taking risks.
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Zoe
Feb 11, 2024
Fast forward
To move or progress rapidly.
Let's fast forward to the main point of the meeting.
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Delilah
Feb 11, 2024
Hold fast
To remain firmly attached or loyal.
Hold fast to your beliefs in challenging times.
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Emery
Feb 11, 2024
Too fast for comfort
Uncomfortably or unsafely quick.
The car was moving too fast for comfort.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
A fast worker
Someone who accomplishes tasks quickly.
He's a fast worker and finished the project in record time.
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Cameron
Feb 11, 2024
In the fast lane
Living a risky or high-paced lifestyle.
He's always lived life in the fast lane.
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Cameron
Feb 11, 2024
Make a fast buck
To earn money quickly, often dishonestly.
He's always looking for schemes to make a fast buck.
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
Fast on one's feet
Quick to react or respond.
She's fast on her feet, always with a witty reply.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
Fast to the draw
Quick to react or respond.
In debates, she's always fast to the draw.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
Play a fast one
To trick or deceive someone.
He played a fast one and sold the car at a higher price.
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Jaxson
Feb 11, 2024
Fast talker
Someone who speaks persuasively to deceive or manipulate.
Be wary of fast talkers in high-pressure sales.
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Aaliyah
Feb 11, 2024
Fast Frequently Asked Questions
Can 'fast' be used in a figurative sense?
Yes, 'fast' can be used figuratively, such as in "fast friends" (meaning close friends) or "living life in the fast lane" (meaning a high-paced lifestyle).
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Zoe
Feb 11, 2024
Is 'fast' a regular or irregular verb?
As a verb, 'fast' (meaning to abstain from food) is regular, forming its past tense as 'fasted'.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
What is the origin of the word 'fast'?
The word 'fast' comes from the Old English 'fæst', meaning firm, fixed, steadfast, or secure. It evolved to mean rapid or quick in the 13th century.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
Can 'fast' be used in a non-physical context?
Yes, 'fast' can be used in non-physical contexts, like "fast learner" (someone who learns quickly).
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
How is 'fast' used in a sentence?
'Fast' is often used as an adjective or adverb to describe speed. For example, "The runner is incredibly fast."
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Muazma Batool
Feb 11, 2024
What is the noun form of 'fast'?
There is no direct noun form of 'fast', but related nouns include 'speed' and 'velocity'.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
What are some synonyms for 'fast' (adjective)?
Synonyms for 'fast' as an adjective include quick, rapid, swift, speedy, and fleet.
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Delilah
Feb 11, 2024
Is 'fast' used differently in American and British English?
The usage of 'fast' is generally consistent in both American and British English.
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Muneeza Rehman
Feb 11, 2024
What is the importance of the word 'fast' in sports terminology?
In sports, 'fast' is used to describe athletes or actions that are quick or rapid, indicating a high level of skill and agility.
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Adam
Feb 11, 2024
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