Associations to the word «Rushing»

Wiktionary

RUSHING, verb. Present participle of rush
RUSHING, noun. A rapid surging motion.

Dictionary definition

RUSHING, noun. (American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line; "the linebackers were ready to stop a rush".
RUSHING, noun. The act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner; "in his haste to leave he forgot his book".

Wise words

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