BUM'S RUSHES Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

bum's rushes

noun

plural of bum's rush

as in boots

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Noun

Autumn wouldn’t quite feel like autumn without a good pair of boots.

— Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 2026
In a crowded room draped in brown curtains and lush chocolate carpeting, Don Julio espresso martinis flow, and people buzz as shopping assistants bring boots and purses out of the stock room.

— Elise Brisco, VIBE.com, 6 Nov. 2026

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The midterm elections come amid the unpopular war in Iran — a topic close to home for many veterans, and one that has spurred an increase in gas prices — and firings and departures of military leaders under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

— Ryan Ottignon, Washington Post, 31 Oct. 2026
These firings are the latest chapter in a vast project of eliminating, ignoring, and replacing scientific advisory committees.

— C. Joseph Ross Daval, STAT, 30 Oct. 2026

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Last season with the Cleveland Browns, Garrett set an NFL season record with 23 sacks.

— Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
Williams has been one of the lone bright spots for the unit this season, leading the team in sacks (five) and tackles for loss (11).

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Nov. 2026

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