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to rush
01
to move or act very quickly
Intransitive: to rush somewhere
Example
When the fire alarm sounded, the students had to rush out of the building in an orderly manner.
Realizing he was late for the meeting, John had to rush to the conference room.
02
to make a sudden, swift, and aggressive movement or attack
Transitive: to rush an adversary or their position
Example
The army decided to rush the enemy outpost under the cover of darkness.
The predators in the wild often rush their prey with incredible speed and precision.
03
to pressure or compel someone to act quickly or without proper consideration
Ditransitive: to rush sb to do sth
Example
The impending deadline rushed the team to complete the project.
The urgent phone call rushed her to make immediate travel arrangements.
04
to attempt to gain yards by carrying the ball forward
Intransitive
Example
The running back skillfully rushed past defenders, showcasing impressive speed and agility.
The quarterback's ability to read the defense and decide whether to pass or rush made him a dual-threat on the field.
05
to force or propel something or someone rapidly and forcefully
Transitive: to rush sb/sth somewhere
Example
The strong wind rushed the leaves along the sidewalk, creating a swirling dance of colors.
Trying to catch the bus, she accidentally rushed the people waiting in line at the bus stop.
Rush
01
the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner
02
a sudden forceful flow
03
(American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line
04
a sudden burst of activity
05
the swift release of a store of affective force
06
physician and American Revolutionary leader; signer of the Declaration of Independence (1745-1813)
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grasslike plants growing in wet places and having cylindrical often hollow stems
