rushed
Example Sentences
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The 30-year-old investor thought the rapidly developing technology had the potential to upend entire industries, and he rushed to get in on the action.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
In one game against Reseda, the Tigers rushed for 529 yards, with Kevin Williams running for 180 yards, White 152, Raymond Williams 110 and Moore 82.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
When McConnell was rushed to the hospital in June, she was in China having meetings with high-ranking officials, including the country’s vice president Han Zheng.
From Salon ● Aug. 3, 2026
Most of the estimated 60,000 people who rushed into Spain's north African territory -- most by swimming -- have returned to Morocco since the territory's largest mass migrant crossing.
From Barron's ● Aug. 2, 2026
He and Katherine had rushed through the leftover chili so they could get to Chip’s house.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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