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That which is hastily diminished? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

speed

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(Other definitions for speed that I've seen before include "Travel quickly" , "Pace or tempo" , "Film sensitivity to light" , "Alacrity" , "A devilish quick driver?" .)

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