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Recent Examples of rusher
Cincinnati needs lots of defensive help but a DT, either a run-stuffer or pass-rusher, is a major need.
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Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
Adding another defensive lineman and a pass rusher could be on the docket as well.
—Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
Bailey has an explosive first step and can effectively convert speed to power as a rusher.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
The Cowboys could use their early draft picks to strengthen a few positions, including inside linebacker or pass rusher.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 31 Mar. 2026
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Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
Adding another defensive lineman and a pass rusher could be on the docket as well.
—Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
Bailey has an explosive first step and can effectively convert speed to power as a rusher.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
The Cowboys could use their early draft picks to strengthen a few positions, including inside linebacker or pass rusher.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 31 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rusher
Noun
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Of course, an officer has to weigh that decision with any other call coming in, work task or pursuing a speeder who just flew by.—
Jim Radcliffe,
Oc Register,
15 May 2026
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Luke’s speeder is stopped by Stormtroopers and they are questioned.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Deltona’s senior scrambler, cat-quick Frantashia Williams, leads the state with 46 touchdowns scored — two on interceptions as a cornerback.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 May 2026
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Miami could need that rookie immediately if Willis, who is a scrambler, sustains an injury during the season.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In the ensuing panic, Jesus (Bilal Hasna) wanders off down to Earth and is befriended by a former street hustler named Harry the Fish (Mark Addy).—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
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Andalio plays Aya, a young woman from Manila’s margins who sets her sights on becoming a world billiards champion – only to be pulled into a dangerous gambling circuit by her hustler uncle, played by John Arcilla.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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“Rusher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rusher. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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