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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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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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as in spontaneous
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Recent Examples of rush
Omar Kelly
march 8, Miami Herald, 8 Mar. 2026
Blackmon said the process felt rushed.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 8 Mar. 2026
Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Mar. 2026
Once Pierce came off the board, the front office reached terms with a mid-level veteran, Dre’Mont Jones, who helped address their lagging pass rush but wasn’t among the top six edge defenders available.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 9 Mar. 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
Rico Dowdle, who rushed for 1,000-plus yards for the second straight season, could land a starting role via free agency.
—Omar Kelly
march 8, Miami Herald, 8 Mar. 2026
Blackmon said the process felt rushed.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 8 Mar. 2026
Noun
Gary also has experience with Cowboys passing game coordinator Derrick Ansley and pass rush specialist Brandon Jordan.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Mar. 2026
Once Pierce came off the board, the front office reached terms with a mid-level veteran, Dre’Mont Jones, who helped address their lagging pass rush but wasn’t among the top six edge defenders available.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 9 Mar. 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
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China’s consumer-price growth accelerated to the quickest in over three years and factory deflation moderated again, after a rally in energy markets and as household spending boomed during a later-than-usual Lunar New Year holiday.—
Bloomberg News,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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But record-breaking temperatures in recent years have led scientists to question whether the pace of temperature gains is accelerating.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The calls to 911 poured in from staff at Camp East Montana in Texas, the nation’s largest ICE detention facility, at a rate of nearly one a day for five months, each its own tale of pain and despair.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Miller recorded a double-double, pouring in 22 points to go with 13 rebounds, and fell five assists shy of recording his first career triple-double.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Mar. 2026
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When the wait had become alarmingly long, Lilian and Anna hurried into the woods.—
Yiyun Li,
New Yorker,
1 Mar. 2026
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Yet the Department of Homeland Security closed precheck lanes on Sunday to hurry along spending talks.—
Editorial Board,
Washington Post,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry said in a statement that Iranian drones attacked its exclave of Nakhchivan and damaged an airport building.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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But threats from Iran to attack any ships in the region outweigh the promises of support.—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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His hustle, determination and energy on the court are his calling cards.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Clementina scored, Tromp moved to third and Druw turned it into a hustle sliding double that tied the game 1–1.—
Noah Gulley,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The assault took place both and off campus and during and after school hours, according to the news release.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
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Jalloh’s lengthy criminal history includes more than 30 arrests for charges of rape, assault, drug possession, property destruction, identity theft, trespassing, firing a weapon, grand larceny, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and pickpocketing.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Mar. 2026
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From Friday through Saturday, then again on Monday, frugal fashionistas can enjoy the thrill of the hunt while perusing racks full of gently used women’s clothing, shoes and accessories.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2026
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When the surf is low, those seeking thrills and good vibes grab a skateboard and head inland.—
Brian Higgins,
Outside,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Spring break should leave space for slow mornings, spontaneous ice cream stops, and extra time at the pool.—
Abby Price,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Mar. 2026
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And while there was something magical about each of these journeys—because road trips are inherently spontaneous, whimsical, and (well) carefree—one really stood out.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Rush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rush. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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