Example Sentences

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While there was much blame to go around, a major cause of the failure, Mr. Tabor contends, was that “Field had rushed everyone and everything.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

He noted the word “rahi” means “shepherd” in Arabic, and that Al-Rahi was a “true pastor” who had rushed to help wounded parishioners “without hesitation.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

On that occasion, "I told her she had rushed things," Walesa said.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Investors were a little worried that the stock had rushed past fundamental improvement.

From Barron's • Dec. 10, 2025

She and George were excited to pet the animals and had rushed ahead.

From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene