Synonyms

rushing

American

[ruhsh-ing] / ˈrʌʃ ɪŋ /

noun

a sequence of social events sponsored by a fraternity or sorority for prospective members prior to bidding and pledging.

Other Word Forms

unrushing adjective

Etymology

Origin of rushing

An Americanism dating back to 1900–05; rush ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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He’s been rushing to fix that issue, pushing franchisees, who set prices, to lower them, even as they face their own increased costs of doing business.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Individuals may be rushing for the exits at private-credit funds, but institutions are committing fresh money.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

"I was rushing because I'm doing a renovation and I've got builders that need materials and it was literally for that," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

While some of this exodus can be explained by citizens rushing to protect their savings, the sheer size of the sums involved suggests the involvement of "regime actors", Kaitlin Martin of Chainalysis told AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

“Get dressed and meet in the atrium in two minutes,” he said, flicking on the lights before rushing away.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

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