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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The Nigerian city of more than 20 million people is renowned for its hustle and bustle, its restless energy and commercial drive — a place where honks from signature yellow passenger buses fill the air.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Feb. 2026 -
GloRilla flashed some aggression and hustle, playing some timely defense to help lead Team Giannis (Antetokounmpo) to a 65-58 victory over Team Anthony (Anderson).—
Bob Mehr,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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By Monday, a potent low-pressure center will come ashore somewhere around the San Francisco Bay Area, blanketing the state in widespread precipitation and gusty winds.—
Ian Livingston,
Washington Post,
14 Feb. 2026
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There could be a period early Monday morning when precipitation intensity brings snow levels down to Mt Shasta City, resulting in accumulating snow along the I-5 corridor.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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As for the winner, Arsenal supporters, and not just Liverpool fans, will wonder why Alisson had a rush of blood that led to him bringing down Matheus Nunes in stoppage time and Haaland, showing nerves of steel, converting from the spot.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The 28-year-old quarterback started slowly, completing only six of his first 17 pass attempts against a ferocious Patriots pass rush.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Precipitousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precipitousness. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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