bum's rush

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Recent Examples of bum's rush Mattis got the bum's rush treatment from Obama, too. Fox News, 15 Mar. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bum's rush
Noun
  • In a new interview with i Paper, the legendary guitarist and songwriter opened up about the chaotic sequence of events earlier this year involving Starkey’s firing, rehiring and eventual departure.
    Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 22 June 2025
  • Anybody who believes that James Dolan wasn’t profoundly involved in the firing of Tom Thibodeau is watching the wrong movie.
    Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 21 June 2025
Noun
  • After completing their respective transactions, the man removed the boots from the vehicles and everyone went their separate ways.
    Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2025
  • In addition to adding decorative flair to windows and doors, these multipurpose window treatments promote privacy and block light, with many designs offering temperature-regulating and sound-dampening qualities to boot.
    Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • Kelly started 11 games at defensive end for the Knights last season, leading the team in sacks (5.5), tackles for loss (9.5) and fumbles forced (three).
    Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 June 2025
  • Both of those sacks came during the Eagles' Super Bowl LIX win against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.
    Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Noun
  • That and the fact Ruben is $350 million in the hole spells pink slips for him, drivers and crew alike barring a miracle.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 18 June 2025
  • If not, how many workers should expect to receive pink slips?
    Ashley Nunes, Boston Herald, 7 June 2025

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“Bum's rush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bum%27s%20rush. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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