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agir rapidement

/a.ʒiʁ ʁa.pid.mɑ̃/
phrase★Intermediate— act quickly
general

To take immediate action or respond swiftly to a situation.

Les secours doivent agir rapidement pour sauver les victimes.

Rescuers must act quickly to save the victims.

💡

This phrase emphasizes the urgency of taking prompt action in various contexts, from emergency situations to business decisions.

Collocations

agir rapidement et efficacementact quickly and effectively

Synonyms

réagir viteintervenir promptementprendre des mesures immédiates

Antonyms

agir lentementprendre son tempsattendre

Related Phrases

ne pas perdre de tempsphrase
don't waste time
être réactifphrase
be reactive

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

The urgency conveyed by 'agir rapidement' can vary. In emergencies, it implies life-saving speed, while in business, it may refer to competitive advantage.

⚡Gold Rule

Urgency vs. Hastiness

While 'agir rapidement' suggests speed, it does not imply recklessness. The context usually implies thoughtful action under time constraints.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'agir' (to act) and the adverb 'rapidement' (quickly), combining to express urgency in action.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to stress the importance of timely action. It can apply to personal decisions, professional tasks, or emergency responses.

Word Breakdown

agir
to act
verb
+
rapidement
quickly
adverb
Dictionnaire Français-Anglais

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