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Quickening (Noun)

The process of showing signs of life; "the quickening of seed that will become ripe grain".

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The stage of pregnancy at which the mother first feels the movements of the fetus.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

She had been waiting for weeks to experience the quickening, and finally felt her baby move for the first time at 18 weeks.
During her second pregnancy, the quickening occurred earlier than it had with her first child, catching her off guard at 15 weeks.
The expectant mother felt a mix of excitement and nervousness as she awaited the quickening, a milestone she had heard so much about.
After months of anticipation, the quickening finally happened, and she felt her baby kick for the first time, bringing tears of joy to her eyes.
Her healthcare provider reassured her that the quickening would happen at different times for different women, and that she shouldn't worry if it took a little longer.

The act of accelerating; increasing the speed.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The quickening of the company's production process allowed them to meet the tight deadline.
As the storm approached, the quickening of the wind made it difficult to stand upright.
The quickening of the economy led to a surge in new businesses and job opportunities.
The quickening of the pace during the marathon was a testament to the runners' endurance.
The quickening of the river's current made it challenging for the kayakers to navigate.