# like gangbusters

> English word · Prep_phrase

## Definitions
1. Vigorously, rapidly, zealously, or forcibly; in a manner which has considerable impact.

## Etymology
From the American true crime radio drama Gang Busters (1936–1957), which opened abruptly with loud sound effects of police sirens, machine guns, etc.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-09-03.
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