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

Sean Tucker adopted the role of the Bucs’ short-yardage and goal-line back, scoring seven rushing touchdowns a year ago. — Rick Stroud, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026

Murray’s addition adds a rushing element that coach Kevin O’Connell’s offense has lacked. — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026

Adeniji, who played at KU from 2016 through 2019, helped running back Pooka Williams post back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026

That’s why a 1,000-yard rushing, 1,000-yard receiving season means so much to me. — ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rushing

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