rush
verb (used without object)
to move, act, or progress with speed, impetuosity, or violence.
have rushed
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present perfectof rush.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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"They say that all the people have rushed to Kherson," she said.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
Other Burundians and some other foreign nationals have rushed to border crossing points to leave the country, with reports suggesting that a number have ended up stranded there.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
Since the decision, businesses have rushed for refunds.
From Barron's ● May 12, 2026
As prices rose, those traders have rushed to cover their short positions by buying cocoa, which in turn pushes prices higher still, Parkman said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 8, 2026
I slip between two security bots that have rushed into the fray but are still unsure how to handle the hijacked bots.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
