speed up to make up time; seize an advantageous position
Meanings
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to speed up to make up lost time and get back on schedule
technicalUsed for transportation (trains, planes, ships) that are behind schedule.
This flight is delayed and is speeding up to get back on schedule.
Due to an accident ahead, the train needs to speed up to make up time.
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The ferry departed an hour late, so the captain decided to speed up.
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to position oneself optimally in soccer; to seize a scoring opportunity
technicalA specific sports term, primarily used in soccer for getting into position to shoot or receive a pass.
The forward quickly positioned himself and scored with a header.
This goal was thanks to his excellent positioning sense.
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The coach requires midfielders to also actively position themselves for opportunities.
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to preemptively seize an advantageous position or market
Extended meaning used in business, competition, or strategy to describe acting first to gain an advantage.
This company was the first to seize a position in the new energy vehicle market.
In business competition, preemptively seizing strategic positions is crucial.
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They preemptively registered the key trademark.