as in hurried
acting or done with excessive or careless speed
a rushed job with a number of errors
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as in accelerated
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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as in poured
to flow out in great quantities or with force
in the spring the stream's rushing waters make crossing treacherous
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as in sped
to proceed or move quickly
rushing is a good way to slip and fall
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as in attacked
to take sudden, violent action against
one goat suddenly rushed the other and knocked it down
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Recent Examples of rushed
Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 9 Dec. 2025
The national bill – passed on the final day of parliament last year – was criticized at the time as a rushed piece of legislation conceived to win votes before the 2025 election.
—Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 29 Nov. 2025
Our poor Toby, always so stressed, always so rushed.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2025
These alternatives can often provide a richer, less rushed experience than a whirlwind day trip to Paris.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The Dolphins had two delay-of-game penalties and a rushed play during their unsuccessful final two drives against New England.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
In her post, the 27-year-old shares how a rushed layover and a tight schedule turned a simple flight connection into an emotional ordeal.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 23 Aug. 2025
However, concerns have been raised by industry stakeholders about a rushed and opaque consultation process, with some fearing prior targets will be watered down.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Michael Harley, Arkansas Online, 9 Nov. 2025
Nebraska tied the game with an extra point after Missouri students rushed the field, celebrating an apparent victory.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
Jake Banda rushed for 119 yards and three touchdowns as top-seeded Shawsheen (9-0) rolled to a 55-14 Div.
—Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 8 Nov. 2025
Jaramillo was rushed to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital but died of his injuries.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 8 Nov. 2025
Letuli rushed 13 times for 103 yards.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Doaks was pronounced dead after being rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 7 Nov. 2025
That would be junior Jett Feeney, the dynamic Moorhead quarterback who rushed for two touchdowns and threw for two more as the Spuds defeated Centennial 35-21 in a Class 6A state quarterfinal matchup on Thursday night at Spring Lake Park High School.
—Frank Rajkowski, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
Tillis rushed for 78 of his 94 yards in the second half.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
The rushed start wasn’t the only hiccup.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 9 Dec. 2025
The national bill – passed on the final day of parliament last year – was criticized at the time as a rushed piece of legislation conceived to win votes before the 2025 election.
—Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 29 Nov. 2025
Our poor Toby, always so stressed, always so rushed.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2025
These alternatives can often provide a richer, less rushed experience than a whirlwind day trip to Paris.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The Dolphins had two delay-of-game penalties and a rushed play during their unsuccessful final two drives against New England.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
In her post, the 27-year-old shares how a rushed layover and a tight schedule turned a simple flight connection into an emotional ordeal.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 23 Aug. 2025
However, concerns have been raised by industry stakeholders about a rushed and opaque consultation process, with some fearing prior targets will be watered down.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
Elijah Metcalf hauled in five passes for 143 yards and a touchdown, while Jeffery Pittman rushed for 75 yards and a score on 18 carries.
—Michael Harley, Arkansas Online, 9 Nov. 2025
Nebraska tied the game with an extra point after Missouri students rushed the field, celebrating an apparent victory.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
Jake Banda rushed for 119 yards and three touchdowns as top-seeded Shawsheen (9-0) rolled to a 55-14 Div.
—Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 8 Nov. 2025
Jaramillo was rushed to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital but died of his injuries.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 8 Nov. 2025
Letuli rushed 13 times for 103 yards.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Doaks was pronounced dead after being rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 7 Nov. 2025
That would be junior Jett Feeney, the dynamic Moorhead quarterback who rushed for two touchdowns and threw for two more as the Spuds defeated Centennial 35-21 in a Class 6A state quarterfinal matchup on Thursday night at Spring Lake Park High School.
—Frank Rajkowski, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
Tillis rushed for 78 of his 94 yards in the second half.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rushed
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Facing a schedule filled with hurried days, countless steps, and occasions that require outfits equal parts practical and chic?—
Nina Derwin,
Glamour,
8 Jan. 2026
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Niccol has espoused the hopes of returning Starbucks to a cozy third space, away from the image of being a hurried pitstop to pick up a morning espresso, and toward 1990s nostalgia of lingering over a latte.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
31 Dec. 2025
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This trend accelerated in December as the flag state emerged as a critical shield against drone strikes and vessel seizures.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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America’s top campuses remain crowded with wealth, but some universities have accelerated efforts to reach a wider swath of the country, recruiting more in urban and rural areas and offering free tuition for students whose families are not among the highest earners.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Mixed reactions poured in on Wednesday at the local, state and federal levels in Michigan after officials said an ICE officer shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis.—
Heath Kalb,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Dray Thielker poured in 33 points and nine boards as Taunton edged Stoughton 64-61 in overtime.—
Kristina Banahan,
Boston Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Toyota crashed, and the Charger sped away, according to court records.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
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His arm was pinned into the back window of a car as a suspect sped away, dragging him across the pavement for about 100 yards, according to court documents.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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Crabtree stopped, turned, attacked the ball and snagged it.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Nelson claimed to police that the man attacked her and their son after opening the car door.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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DeSantis, a Republican, has prioritized Everglades restoration and pushed to expedite the reservoir’s construction during his two terms in office.—
Amy Green,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Erik Karlsson pushed his career-best home points streak to nine games with a goal, while Connor Dewar and Blake Lizotte also scored for Pittsburgh.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Tirado scurried to at least half a dozen bags before finding his and pulling out … pickle juice.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Nov. 2025
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The voles scurried away when the little nightingale tried to sing, though not out of cruelty.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
19 Nov. 2025
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The Stars have now lost six straight games (0-3-3) after getting battered Tuesday night by those same Hurricanes that Colorado stormed back against three days prior.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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After Washington led by as many as 26 points late in the third quarter, the Magic stormed back and used a 42-18 run to cut their deficit to just two points with five minutes left in the game.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Rushed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rushed. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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