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Pick up speed

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Motion Context

Used when talking about objects or people starting to move faster.

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She picked up speed as she skated down the hill.
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Momentum Buildup

Implies gradual increase in speed, not an immediate change.

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The cyclist gradually picked up speed on the flat terrain.
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Figurative Usage

Can be used metaphorically to describe quickening of events or processes.

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Discussions picked up speed when a solution seemed near.
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