Diddle and Overtake
Opposite meaning words
Diddle
Diddle verb - To move or act slowly.
Usage example: even though the hurricane was fast approaching, federal and local polticians wasted precious time diddling
Overtake
Overtake verb - To move fast enough to get even with.
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Synonyms for Overtake
Nearby Words: overtaking, overtaken
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