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as in hustle
excited and often showy or disorderly speed
after all her hurry to get her report done on time, Elizabeth learned that it wasn't due till the following week
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as in speed
a high rate of movement or performance
a person who does everything in a hurry
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as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
in all the hurry of the modern world, people tend to forget what's really important
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as in to rush
to cause to move or proceed fast or faster
the new nurses were hurried through the orientation program because they were so desperately needed on the ward
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as in to scurry
to proceed or move quickly
if we hurry, we'll make the four o'clock train
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Recent Examples of hurry
Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
The doctor turned down that offer for proof in a hurry.
—Dr. C. E. Kuschel, Outdoor Life, 9 Apr. 2026
John Bowe, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2026
But reflection on those few hours of celebration — that wild scramble to enjoy the moment, yet hurry to get everyone ready to go home — left the Dodgers envisioning one of the few things this contemporary dynasty has yet to accomplish.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The first-team All-American and two-time All-Big Ten honoree hasn’t allowed a sack in three seasons and only allowed two hurries last year.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
The doctor turned down that offer for proof in a hurry.
—Dr. C. E. Kuschel, Outdoor Life, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
Many conversations feel rushed — hurry up, be smarter, do it now.
—John Bowe, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2026
But reflection on those few hours of celebration — that wild scramble to enjoy the moment, yet hurry to get everyone ready to go home — left the Dodgers envisioning one of the few things this contemporary dynasty has yet to accomplish.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hurry
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Sýkora, a 21-year-old ball of hustle generously listed at 5-foot-11, earned his first call-up later that month and now has three goals and an assist in eight games.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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The spot even has a private entrance on Duke Street, allowing members to avoid the hustle and bustle of Oxford Street altogether, as well as a custom scent from the folks at British fragrance house Perfumer H.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2026
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Chatty Mercury in your 11th House of Friends conjoins fiery Mars there, so teamwork speeds up and plans move from ideas to actions.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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Officials added that neither speed nor impairment appeared to be a factor in the crash.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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The commotion awakened the victim’s mother, who rushed in, causing the suspect to burst out of the home and flee, authorities said.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Earlier, Kahramanmaras Governor Mukerrem Unluer had said the shooter had shot and killed himself in the commotion.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
15 Apr. 2026
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Jamie Marshall, who worked as an assistant director on a number of Fuqua’s films, was struck by his ability to insure that actors never feel rushed, even when the producers start to sweat.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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While many couples have whirlwind romances, others have delayed their nuptials for a number of reasons, from not wanting to rush things to the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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An over-excited group of fans celebrated the two saves by breaking a pane of glass behind the Kings bench, sending the coaches scurrying and pausing the game for several minutes as workmen repaired the damage.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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The effect was to send much of the congregation scurrying out to buy the record.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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Manson uncovers evidence of two clandestine killer-robot programs, one aerial and the other aquatic, which are being developed in haste.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
15 Apr. 2026
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Balancing these two extremes, fear that delays and haste that risks reinjury, is key, Webster said.—
Ian McMahan,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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Eight velocity stacks sit just inches below the rider, pulling air with urgency.—
Eric Hendrikx,
Robb Report,
22 Apr. 2026
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Sasaki turned in sharp results, and his velocity played up in his short stint as a reliever during last year’s playoff run.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
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In Episode 2, Cassie dresses like a baby and sucks on a pacifier, which caused quite a stir online.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
21 Apr. 2026
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Bakelite handles stay comfortable and cool on the stovetop for better control with every stir and saute, while the wobble-free construction provides extra strength and helps distribute heat evenly for consistent cooking.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Hurry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hurry. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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