Definition of Speed

the rate at which something is moving or able to move

Examples of Speed in a sentence

Light moves at a much faster speed than sound which is why thunder is always heard after lightning strikes.  🔊

The driver reduced his speed after seeing a cop car sitting on the edge of the highway.  🔊

The speed of the network has been greatly reduced, leaving the workers with extremely slow internet.  🔊

Even though he was large for his age, the young man’s size did not affect his speed when he ran.  🔊

Only the speed of the boat can determine how quickly we reach the island shrore.  🔊

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