Meaning & use
Expediently
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In a way that is convenient, practical, or suited to achieving an immediate goal, sometimes at the expense of what is right or proper.
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The company handled the recall as expediently as possible to limit the damage.
He acted expediently rather than waiting for full approval.
A note on using this word
Depending on context, "expediently" can be neutral, meaning efficient, or slightly critical, suggesting a shortcut was taken.
Words with a similar meaning
convenientlypractically
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