rushing

noun

rush·​ing ˈrə-shiŋ 

: the act of advancing a football by running plays : the use of running plays

also : yardage gained by running plays

Examples of rushing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Fletcher would find himself atop Miami’s record book with 1,207 rushing yards and/or 10 rushing touchdowns. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026

His rushing yards were the fifth most in a single season in team history and his rushing TDs tied for third-most in a season. — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Then again, his lead-back role is imperative if the 49ers are to recharge their rushing attack. — Cam Inman, Mercury News, 19 July 2026

One of two first-time play callers in Washington, Blough plans to protect Jayden Daniels via an improved rushing attack and play-action. — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rushing

• blushing
• brushing
• crushing
• gushing
• hushing
• unblushing