A similar situation occurs when scientists measure a physical property, say the weight of a piece of metal, or the speed of light.

"To hear is to obey," said the groom, and at once set off at a remarkable speed in the direction of the city.

"God's speed, my lady," she said, and ran back through the courtyard.

"Best speed, Lieutenant," he said, rising from his chair.

"Sounds reasonable," said Anders, and reported the ship's speed and position.

"Good speed, daughter of Bruenor," the beautiful, silver-haired woman said under her breath.

The speed of his heartbeat said he'd missed her, too.

Taylor chose speed, rather than the size, say, of the 1992 team in Albertville, France.