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Which of the following words has germanic or Norse origins a accelerate b dash c careen d expedite?

The word with Germanic/Norse origins is b) dash.

Here's why:

* Dash comes from the Old English word "dassian", meaning "to strike, to rush". This word has roots in Proto-Germanic and ultimately connects to the Indo-European word "dēks", meaning "to prick, to pierce".

Let's look at the other options:

* Accelerate comes from Latin "accelerare", meaning "to hasten".

* Careen comes from French "carène", meaning "keel" (of a ship).

* Expedite comes from Latin "expeditus", meaning "made ready, swift".

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