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as in accelerates
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 pours
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 hurries
to proceed or move quickly
rushing is a good way to slip and fall
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4
as in attacks
to take sudden, violent action against
one goat suddenly rushed the other and knocked it down
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1
as in raids
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
the regiment recaptured the hill with a single rush
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2
as in kicks
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 rushes
Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
The festival director rushes back and forth, talking on the phone.
—Sara Stridsberg
september 15, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025
Springfield College commit Kyle Coffin (four total touchdowns) led the charge under center, with weapons such as Jason Dyer (18 rushes for 201 yards and a touchdown) providing a spark.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
Roman notices Martin and rushes to get to her.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Where at one time soldiers and sailors made do with fluttering flags or flashes of light to send simple messages, the modern warfighter is part of a global digital network where data rushes about like water out of a firehose and satellites act as a vital link in that network.
—New Atlas, 6 Sep. 2025
Beard would finish on the ground with 3 rushes for 20 yards and a single score.
—Chris Winters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Sep. 2025
Still, the way the doc lingers on its unabashed celebration of Candy’s life and work yet rushes through its brief examination of his psyche prevents it from being a total knockout.
—Beandrea July, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2025
For the new generation of creatives immersed in a world that rushes forward and often rewards the ephemeral, Armani remains a solid point of reference.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
Gary mentioned the Packers emphasized not getting too high with their rushes to allow that opening.
—Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
Two rushes followed and defensive lineman Kyle Johnson made a stop behind the line of scrimmage for a 1-yard loss.
—Cody Thorn, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Sep. 2025
Claiborne finished the game with 10 rushes for 193 yards and three touchdowns, with Wake Forest running for 273 as a team.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Gordon had four yards on two rushes, but one was a third-and-short conversion.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2025
Waiting for him at SoFi Stadium will be one of the premier pass rushes in the NFL.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 7 Sep. 2025
In addition to Riley’s output, Gaines had 98 yards on 14 carries, and Sherrod had 42 yards on just seven rushes.
—Jim Keyser, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
The junior followed up with a pair of rushes to the 33 before Arredondo scored from the 17 four plays later, leaping over one defender, for a 35-12 Two Rivers lead.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
The 32 basket and gourd artworks by 14 artists are made from nature, out of materials ranging from willow, grasses and yucca to rushes.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
The festival director rushes back and forth, talking on the phone.
—Sara Stridsberg
september 15, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025
Springfield College commit Kyle Coffin (four total touchdowns) led the charge under center, with weapons such as Jason Dyer (18 rushes for 201 yards and a touchdown) providing a spark.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
Roman notices Martin and rushes to get to her.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Where at one time soldiers and sailors made do with fluttering flags or flashes of light to send simple messages, the modern warfighter is part of a global digital network where data rushes about like water out of a firehose and satellites act as a vital link in that network.
—New Atlas, 6 Sep. 2025
Beard would finish on the ground with 3 rushes for 20 yards and a single score.
—Chris Winters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Sep. 2025
Still, the way the doc lingers on its unabashed celebration of Candy’s life and work yet rushes through its brief examination of his psyche prevents it from being a total knockout.
—Beandrea July, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2025
For the new generation of creatives immersed in a world that rushes forward and often rewards the ephemeral, Armani remains a solid point of reference.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
Eight of those plays were Fleming rushes, including a 4-yard TD run.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
Gary mentioned the Packers emphasized not getting too high with their rushes to allow that opening.
—Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
Two rushes followed and defensive lineman Kyle Johnson made a stop behind the line of scrimmage for a 1-yard loss.
—Cody Thorn, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Sep. 2025
Claiborne finished the game with 10 rushes for 193 yards and three touchdowns, with Wake Forest running for 273 as a team.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Gordon had four yards on two rushes, but one was a third-and-short conversion.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2025
Waiting for him at SoFi Stadium will be one of the premier pass rushes in the NFL.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 7 Sep. 2025
In addition to Riley’s output, Gaines had 98 yards on 14 carries, and Sherrod had 42 yards on just seven rushes.
—Jim Keyser, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
The junior followed up with a pair of rushes to the 33 before Arredondo scored from the 17 four plays later, leaping over one defender, for a 35-12 Two Rivers lead.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rushes
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Productive patience accelerates results in the long run.—
Yasir Hashmi,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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And by streamlining the NEPA permitting process, OBBBA also accelerates the construction of mines, oil and gas wells, and power plants that produce cheap and reliable energy required for reindustrialization.—
Richard Stern,
Boston Herald,
14 Sep. 2025
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Their pub has 16 beers on draft as well as pizza and a sit down restaurant while their tasting room and shop has beer to go, beer pours and merchandise.—
Em Sauter,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Essential safety tips for heavy rain When heavy rain pours, the risk of flooding and treacherous roads rises.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
12 Sep. 2025
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The fervor with which Stamp attacks the role was evident right from the first table read, according to his co-star Lesley Ann Warren.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
19 Sep. 2025
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Gnosia is an enemy that disguises itself as a human and attacks them.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Earlier this month, a federal judge determined that some of the military's actions in support of ICE, including establishing protective perimeters during raids, constituted law enforcement and thus were against the law.—
Alex Horton,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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But immigration authorities may still obtain criminal warrants in some cases, like during large-scale workplace raids, including the recent operation at a Hyundai megaplant in Georgia, according to Kuck.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
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Following a software update, the G1 recently performed side flips and has demonstrated kung fu-style moves, including punches, sweeping kicks, and roundhouse strikes.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
18 Sep. 2025
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Previous studies have shown that counting kicks enhances attachment scores, but this study is the first to confirm that objective fetal activity itself—not just the mother's perception—predicts stronger bonding.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Built as a modern Mega Drive (or Genesis) game with a cartridge release planned next year, Earthion really pushes what that console can do.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Researchers at the University of Tokyo have pulled off a breakthrough that pushes the boundaries of quantum physics into new territory.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Sep. 2025
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Wireless network baby monitors utilize a camera that streams directly to your smartphone, tablet or computer.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Firms are looking for recurring revenue streams strong royalty income scalable formats and repeatable profitability.—
Gary Occhiogrosso,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The older dog is shown marching along, while the puppy scurries along, attempting to match its pace.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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In some versions of the tale, the wolf scurries off to the forest while the three pigs live happily ever after in humble homesteads of their choice.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Rushes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rushes. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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