Fast (Adverb)
Meaning 1
Firmly or closely; "held fast to the rope"; "her foot was stuck fast"; "held tight".
Examples
- The child held fast to her mother's hand as they walked through the crowded market.
- The rope was stuck fast to the pulley, refusing to budge.
- Her foot was stuck fast in the mud, and she couldn't pull it out.
- The door was stuck fast, and no amount of pushing or pulling could open it.
- The climber held fast to the rock face, her fingers digging deep into the crevices.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form); "how fast can he get here?"; "ran as fast as he could"; "needs medical help fast"; "fast-running rivers"; "fast-breaking news"; "fast-opening (or fast-closing) shutters".
Examples
- She can type incredibly fast and accurately on her computer.
- The firefighters arrived fast and put out the flames before they spread.
- The company needs to adapt fast to the changing market trends.
- The fast-moving storm is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds tonight.
- He drove as fast as he could to get to the hospital in time.