fast-breaking

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Adjective fast-breaking has 1 sense

fast-breaking - occurring rapidly as a series of events in rapid succession; "the broadcast was interrupted by a fast-breaking news story about the invasion"
Antonym: slow (indirect, via fast)

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Term: Fast-breaking

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: The act of breaking a fast or abstaining from food, typically done after religious observances such as Ramadan.

Usage:

The Muslim community gathered at the mosque to participate in the fast-breaking ceremony.
After a month of fasting, the fast-breaking celebration marked the end of Ramadan.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Happening or occurring rapidly; characterized by rapid progress or fast-paced activities.

Usage:

The fast-breaking news about the earthquake spread across the nation within minutes.
She is known for her fast-breaking style of journalism, delivering breaking news as soon as it happens.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Popular or well-liked, particularly in a specific region or locality.

Usage:

This local restaurant has become a fast-breaking spot for its delicious seafood dishes.
The fast-breaking sport of football is extremely popular in this part of town.