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to hurry
01
to move or do something very quickly, particularly because of a lack of time
Intransitive: to hurry | to hurry somewhere
02
to prompt or induce speed or quick movement
Transitive: to hurry sb
Ditransitive: to hurry sb to do sth
Hurry
01
a state of urgency or rush, often caused by a need to complete a task quickly or reach a destination within a limited timeframe
02
overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)
03
the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner
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Example
The chef had to hurry to prepare the last-minute order for the busy lunchtime crowd.
As the storm approached, the beachgoers hurried to pack up their belongings and head indoors.
Not wanting to miss the flight, the family hurried through the airport security checkpoint.
To catch the train, she had to hurry down the platform with her suitcase in hand.
Realizing he was late for the meeting, John hurried to the conference room.
