A drive by a Greek society on a college campus to recruit new members: a sorority rush.
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A rapid, often noisy flow or passage. See Synonyms at flow.
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A sudden attack; an onslaught.
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A sudden forward motion.
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A sudden, brief exhilaration: A familiar rush overtook him each time the store announced a half-price special on expensive stereo equipment.
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verb
To move forward, progress, or act with haste or eagerness or without preparation.
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To advance a football by running plays .
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To push or impel on or forward with speed, impetuosity, or violence.
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To perform in a short time or at high speed.
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To urge to an unnatural or extreme speed .
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biographical name
Benjamin 1745–1813 Am. physician & patriot.
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Richard 1780–1859 Am. diplomat & statesman.
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verb-intransitive
Football To move the ball by running.
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To flow or surge rapidly, often with noise: Tons of water rushed over the falls.
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To make a sudden or swift attack or charge.
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To move or act swiftly; hurry.
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verb-transitive
Football To run at (a passer or kicker) in order to block or disrupt a play.
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To attack swiftly and suddenly: Infantry rushed the enemy after the artillery barrage.
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To cause to move or act with unusual haste or violence.
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To entertain or pay great attention to: They rushed him for their fraternity.
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To perform with great haste: rushed completion of the project.
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