German-English translations for prompt

quick
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Such a situation needs to be put right quickly by means of a serious, tangible and prompt international commitment. Eine derartige Situation muss schnell durch ein ernsthaftes, konkretes und promptes internationales Engagement korrigiert werden. I ran to the station – but I wasnt quick enoughHes a quick runner
rapid
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a rapid stream; rapid growth; rapid improvement

fast
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That rope is dangerously loose. Make it fast!I am going to buy a fast cara fast racket, or tennis court
promptExisting Swedish legislation and the US Prompt Payment Act have each transformed the business culture. Die bestehende schwedische Gesetzgebung und der amerikanischen Prompt Payment Act haben jedenfalls beide die Geschäftsmoral verändert. He was very prompt at getting a new jobBe prompt for your appointment
speedyThe guy is *not* so obviously insignificant that speedying him is appropriate.
swift
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I am pleased that the EU has responded swiftly with EUR 196 million so far in assistance. Ich freue mich, dass die EU prompt mit Hilfen in Höhe von bislang 196 Mio. EUR reagiert hat. We deplore that, of course, but I know that all countries are working as quickly and swiftly as possible. Das bedauern wir natürlich, aber ich weiß, dass alle Länder so schnell und prompt wie möglich arbeiten.