hurried
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Inside an intimate pub, however, filling out the scene with empty tables could distract from the hurried, nervous nature of the filmmaker’s original intent.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
The court did not have to proceed in such a hurried fashion.
From Slate • May 13, 2026
However, the next day the charity workers hurried back after being told the hedgehog had managed to turn around on its own.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
The only distinguishing features were a few hurried strips of grilled chicken and a light dusting of Tony Chachere’s — not stirred into the sauce, mind you, but sprinkled on top, like an afterthought.
From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026
With a glance at the sleeping Annad, he hurried to light the lamp.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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