hurried
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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
That is forcing bridal stores to stock more dresses to accommodate last-minute weight fluctuations, leaving dressmakers on the hook for an increasing number of rush orders and hurried adjustments.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 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
As we hurried down the steps, Mr. Saylor arrived home, wearing a three-piece suit and a big-city hat.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
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