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speed merchant

idiom
Meaning

Someone who runs, drives or moves in a given way very fast.

Examples
SIMPLE

That young runner is a real speed merchant.

CONTEXTUAL

The new driver is a total speed merchant who always finishes the race in first place.

COMPLEX

Although the veteran cyclist was known for his endurance, he could not keep pace with the young speed merchant during the final sprint.

Anchors to
Related idioms3entries
  1. 01

    full speed ahead

    Maximum effort without reservations or delay.

  2. 02

    merchant of death

    One who engages in the unlawful distribution or supply of substances or objects with potentially fatal consequences, such as drugs or weapons.

  3. 03

    speed up

    To accelerate; to increase speed.

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