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It comes from Latin Expedire meaning to free the feet, which is itself based on the root Pes meaning foot.
Pes is the root for the words – Pedal and Pedestrian. Which other words can you think of, based on the root Pes?
Pronounced as X or Eks (emphasized) + Puh + Dight (D instead of L in Light) {Listen to it here}
Situational Uses / Sentences:
- “You must apply early to help us expedite the admission process.”
- The officials put in their best efforts to expedite the process of bringing the criminal to justice.
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