up-tempo
adjective
up-tem·po
ˈəp-ˌtem-(ˌ)pō 
: having a fast-moving tempo
up-tempo music
an aggressive up-tempo style of basketball
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The skill set fit in the up-tempo offense is sublime, and the Commanders needed more playmaking beyond quarterback Jayden Daniels and wide receiver Terry McLaurin.
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Ben Standig, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
The Grizzlies gashed Minnesota to the tune of 72 points in the first half, using an up-tempo attack that consistently had the Wolves on their heels.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 11 Apr. 2025
If up to Raiola, Holgorsen said, the Huskers would operate up-tempo at all times.
—Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Where This Is Lorelei’s original is a glittering, up-tempo gem that gestures towards sprightly synth pop, Lenderman fittingly tackles the song with a bit more high and lonesome twang.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2025
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Ben Standig, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
The Grizzlies gashed Minnesota to the tune of 72 points in the first half, using an up-tempo attack that consistently had the Wolves on their heels.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 11 Apr. 2025
If up to Raiola, Holgorsen said, the Huskers would operate up-tempo at all times.
—Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Where This Is Lorelei’s original is a glittering, up-tempo gem that gestures towards sprightly synth pop, Lenderman fittingly tackles the song with a bit more high and lonesome twang.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for up-tempo
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“Up-tempo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/up-tempo. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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