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rushing

[ruhsh-ing] / ˈrʌʃ ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
hurrying
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ADJECTIVE
moving with great speed
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History offers a sobering reality check for investors rushing to buy into blockbuster listings on day one.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 15, 2026

USC’s rushing game was held to -18 yards, while the offense averaged 3.2 yards per play.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 13, 2026

He also added 40 rushing yards against the Raiders, putting him on pace for the best running season yet.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 9, 2026

"Mama Tania," a girl shouted from the crowd, rushing over for a hug.

From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2026

The memories suddenly came rushing back to me: Jemma used to put grasshoppers in my hair to frighten me, and I liked to put June bugs on her shoulders to give her a shock.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan


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