rush
UK: rʌʃ | US: rʌʃ
v. to move or act with great haste
v. to force someone to act hurriedly
n. a sudden quick movement or surge
n. a sudden intense demand or pressure
The word "rush" originates from Old English rǣscan, meaning "to rush or dash forward." It is rooted in Proto-Germanic rauskijaną, conveying urgency or swift motion. Over time, the spelling simplified to "rush," retaining its core sense of speed or sudden action. The word’s evolution reflects its Germanic heritage, where similar terms (e.g., Dutch ruischen, German rauschen) also denote rapid movement or noise.
She had to rush to catch the last train.
Don’t rush me—I need time to think.
A rush of wind knocked over the chairs.
Holiday sales always cause a rush at stores.
The team rushed the project to meet the deadline.