1
as in to accelerate
to cause to move or proceed fast or faster
I wouldn't make so many mistakes if you'd stop rushing me
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2
as in to pour
to flow out in great quantities or with force
in the spring the stream's rushing waters make crossing treacherous
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3
as in to hurry
to proceed or move quickly
rushing is a good way to slip and fall
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4
as in to attack
to take sudden, violent action against
one goat suddenly rushed the other and knocked it down
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as in hustle
excited and often showy or disorderly speed
what's the reason for all this rush?
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2
as in attack
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
the regiment recaptured the hill with a single rush
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as in thrill
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
riding my motorcycle over these winding roads is always an adrenaline-pumping rush
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Recent Examples of rush
Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
The violence sent terrified bystanders fleeing while others rushed to help the injured alongside medics and police.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
Jim Reineking, USA Today, 15 June 2026
During the previous few years, the cosmopolitan city had experienced a rush of speculation in real estate and stocks, much of it financed by credit.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Brad Evans, New York Times, 13 Nov. 2025
The Titans’ defense is 24th in rush EPA per play and 11th in rush success rate.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Hunter recalled rushing to Austin's side and trying to stop the bleeding.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
The violence sent terrified bystanders fleeing while others rushed to help the injured alongside medics and police.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
Noun
Mike Vrabel's tumultuous offseason, Will Campbell's rocky playoffs and the uncertain nature of the pass rush only add to the intrigue.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 15 June 2026
During the previous few years, the cosmopolitan city had experienced a rush of speculation in real estate and stocks, much of it financed by credit.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Adjective
This season, the Jets are No. 22 in rush EPA defense, surrendering 4.24 yards per carry and 104.6 rush yards per game to running backs.
—Brad Evans, New York Times, 13 Nov. 2025
The Titans’ defense is 24th in rush EPA per play and 11th in rush success rate.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rush
Verb
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The left-hander had a loose body removed from his elbow in an innovative surgical procedure on May 6 that accelerated his return.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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In 2026, many believed the war might accelerate regime change.—
Julia Vargas Jones,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Gaining in popularity Investors have poured $46 billion into the target maturity ETF category over a trailing three-year period ending in November, according to Morningstar.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
8 Dec. 2025
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Font will work on her solo career and pour energy into her family, which includes her 2-year-old son.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
8 Dec. 2025
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But hurry, these deals won’t last forever, and certain sizes and colors are already selling out.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Congo said the contact tracing coverage rate is 56%, a sharp decrease from last week, as authorities hurry to find people who may have been exposed.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Just attacking everything with strikes.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
11 June 2026
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Police in the northwest Chicago suburb of Arlington Heights have released a sketch of a man accused of attacking and choking a woman this past weekend.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
Noun
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This is a global manufacturing hub — has been since the 17th-century, when local farmers needed a side-hustle during harsh winters, and started tinkering with big hands and little hands.—
Jon Wertheim,
CBS News,
8 Dec. 2025
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Along with the hustle and bustle of the holiday season comes some higher-than-usual costs—buying gifts, prepping for guests, planning menus, supplying potluck dishes, and handing out treats to neighbors.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
8 Dec. 2025
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Brianna and Kierianna Long now face several charges in connection with the May 30 incident, including assault with intent to murder, assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder and assault with a dangerous weapon, according to local reports.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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He was also convicted of assault and abuse in close relationships.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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When discussion on the project first began a decade or so ago, Universal Studios Hollywood was far from a thrills park.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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The thrill of the World Cup for the soccer-mad nation and its diaspora comes at a hugely fraught time for Iranians both inside and outside the country.—
Saba Hamedy,
NBC news,
16 June 2026
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But for a pivotal game four of the NBA Finals on Wednesday, spontaneous outdoor gatherings won’t be allowed in front of the team’s famed arena.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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Now the line gets its third generation, designed to be tossed in a bag and pulled out for spontaneous, screen-free moments.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 June 2026
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“Rush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rush. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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