fast-track

verb

Meaning

Accelerate the progress of a project or process by bypassing normal, slower procedures.

The committee voted to fast-track the legislation to address the emergency immediately.
They are fast-tracking the promotion of high-potential employees to fill leadership gaps.

Synonyms: hasten, expedite, accelerate, rush

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈfæst.træk/

Accelerate the progress of a project or process by bypassing normal, slower procedures.

The committee voted to fast-track the legislation to address the emergency immediately.
They are fast-tracking the promotion of high-potential employees to fill leadership gaps.
We need to fast-track the approval process if we want to start construction this month.

fast-track something (collocation): To accelerate a specific project or task. — "Management decided to fast-track the hiring process."
be fast-tracked (collocation): Passive voice used when a project is given priority. — "The application was fast-tracked due to the applicant's unique qualifications."

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