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Rushing has 6 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

(American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line

"the linebackers were ready to stop a rush"

2

the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner

"in his haste to leave he forgot his book"

3

A rapid surging motion.

"The river was rushing violently down the steep canyon, carving a deep path through the rock."

Verb
1

present participle of rush

"The crowd was rushing toward the exit as the fire alarm began to sound."

In plain English: Rushing means moving very quickly because you are trying to get somewhere on time.

"She was rushing to catch her train before it left the station."

Adjective
1

Rapidly flowing or surging.

"The rushing river swept away any debris in its path."

In plain English: Rushing describes something that happens very quickly without taking time to think carefully about it.

"The rushing water made a loud noise against the rocks."

Proper Noun
1

A surname​.

"Professor Rushing advised the committee on the new funding proposal."

Example Sentences
"The rushing water made a loud noise against the rocks." adj
"The rushing water threatened to wash away the small bridge." adj
"His rushing thoughts made it hard for him to focus on his work." adj
"The rushing crowd pushed past everyone trying to get tickets." adj
"She was rushing to catch her train before it left the station." verb
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