
At a fast, good, steady, etc. clip
Speed Implication
Used to indicate something is being done faster than usual, often surprisingly so.

He completed the test at a fast clip, leaving early.
Urgency Context
Implies a sense of urgency or an attempt to beat a deadline.

We moved at a fast clip to beat the storm.
Effort Indication
Suggests extra effort to increase speed, not just natural pace.

She ran at a fast clip to catch the bus.
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