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overhastily — adv. in an overly hasty manner; hurriedly … English contemporary dictionary
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hastiness — noun 1. overly eager speed (and possible carelessness) he soon regretted his haste • Syn: ↑haste, ↑hurry, ↑hurriedness, ↑precipitation • Derivationally related forms: ↑hurried ( … Useful english dictionary
