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quickly

Meaning in simple English

US /ˈkwɪkli/

quickly means: In a short time or at a fast rate.

adverb

WITH SPEEDA1

In a short time or at a fast rate.

  • She runs quickly.
  • He quickly closed the window.
  • How did you finish so quickly?

Similar words: fast, rapidly

Opposites: slowly

Common phrases: run quickly, finish quickly, quickly change, move quickly

VERY SOONA2

After only a short wait or delay.

  • Help arrived quickly.
  • Please come back quickly.
  • An invitation quickly followed our first meeting.

Similar words: soon, shortly, promptly

Common phrases: arrive quickly, come back quickly, quickly follow

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