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Jetlike

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

Resembling or characteristic of jet (the precious stone)..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Resembling or characteristic of jet (the precious stone).
  2. Resembling or characteristic of a jet (aircraft).

Example Sentences

The nations of Asia and Africa are moving with jetlike speed toward the goal of political independence, and we still creep at horse-and-buggy pace toward the gaining of a cup of coffee at a lunch counter.

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What does jetlike mean?

Jetlike means Resembling or characteristic of jet (the precious stone)..

What is a synonym for jetlike?

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What is the opposite of jetlike?

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How do you use jetlike in a sentence?

The nations of Asia and Africa are moving with jetlike speed toward the goal of political independence, and we still creep at horse-and-buggy pace toward the gaining of a cup of coffee at a lunch counter.

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