Literary notes about Expedite (AI summary)
In literature, "expedite" is often used to signify the deliberate act of hastening a process, with a clear focus on removing obstacles to achieve a quicker outcome. In political and bureaucratic contexts, writers invoke the term to signal the necessity of accelerating formal proceedings or legislative measures, as seen when parliamentary bodies aim to expedite the return of members or streamline lawmaking processes [1, 2, 3]. In narratives involving military or urgent civil actions, the word underscores actions taken to ensure swift movement—whether coordinating troop movements or managing emergency tasks [4, 5, 6]. Meanwhile, in more personal or informal exchanges, "expedite" reflects a pragmatic desire to resolve pending matters without undue delay, balancing efficiency with an underlying sense of urgency [7, 8]. This versatile usage mirrors the varied demands for speed across different spheres of action, from grand political maneuvers to the minutiae of everyday life.
- Besides, in my apprehension, it is the first duty of this House to expedite the return of its members to their constituents.
— from Abridgment of the Debates of Congress, from 1789 to 1856, Vol. 3 (of 16) by United States. Congress - It chose as Speaker Thomas B. Reed, of Maine, and revised its rules so as to expedite legislation.
— from The New Nation by Frederic L. (Frederic Logan) Paxson - "We will expedite matters as much as possible," said the mayor.
— from Boscobel; or, the royal oak: A tale of the year 1651 by William Harrison Ainsworth - June 1 On the morning of June 1, Jackson’s only remaining anxiety was to bring Winder back, and to expedite the retreat of the convoy.
— from The King James Version of the Bible - He remained at this place for some time, waiting the junction of his troops, sending messages in various directions to expedite their march.
— from A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 05
Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the
Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea
and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time by Robert Kerr - “It will save us a trip to town and, at the same time, expedite matters.
— from The River Motor Boat Boys on the Rio Grande: In Defense of the Rambler by Harry Gordon - He gave the man a hasty glance and then began counting out a large sum of money, using bills of large denomination to expedite the counting.
— from Halsey & Co.or, The Young Bankers and Speculators by H. K. (Harvey King) Shackleford - Such reforms would expedite the transaction of the business of the courts.
— from State of the Union Addresses (1790-2006) by United States. Presidents