as in hustle
excited and often showy or disorderly speed
the precipitousness with which he acted would soon be a cause for regret
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Noun
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Unlike the hustle of the holidays, Easter has always felt like a respite.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
13 Mar. 2026 -
The Bruins have improved their defense down the stretch because of an increase in communication and hustle.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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After the strongest storms move out, colder air will settle in with the possibility of a few wet snowflakes before the precipitation tapers off.—
Gregory Padgett,
CBS News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Below average precipitation is frequently observed across parts of the northern Rockies, south-central Mississippi Valley, Ohio Valley and Great Lakes regions.—
Dan Peck,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Because of the rush, airport officials are encouraging passengers to show up early — but not too early.—
Alex Driggars,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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Having the benefit of two first-round picks could end up jolting the pass rush toward a more comfortable look in Week 1 of the season.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Precipitousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precipitousness. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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