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  • present participle of rush.
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rushing

[ruhsh-ing] / ˈrʌʃ ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
hurrying
Synonyms


ADJECTIVE
moving with great speed
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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They are rushing to security-test their systems and products before hackers gain access to similar technologies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Mexico is still rushing to complete renovations at subway stations and at its main airport ahead of the tournament.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The team is rushing to get him ready in the hopes he can play at some point in the three-game group stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The response from local people was swift, with many rushing to help clear up and support those who were targeted.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

I take a perverse satisfaction in rushing off toward Dara, planning to drop her food and finally find my escape route.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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