Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- Marked by or exercising despatch; energetic; speedy.
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Examples
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QUOTATION: So saying, with despatchful looks in haste
Quotations 1919
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But in the closing days of the session, when a despatchful
The Grafters Francis Lynde 1893
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Driven into taciturnity, Mr. Bossolton again inspected the arm, and proceeded to urge the application of liniments and bandages, which he promised to prepare with the most solicitudinous despatch and the most despatchful solicitude.
The Disowned — Volume 01 Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton 1838
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Driven into taciturnity, Mr. Bossolton again inspected the arm, and proceeded to urge the application of liniments and bandages, which he promised to prepare with the most solicitudinous despatch and the most despatchful solicitude.
The Disowned — Complete Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton 1838
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