Hurry: meaning, definitions and examples

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hurry

[ ˈhʌri ]

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in a rush

To move or act with great haste; to be quick in motion or action.

Synonyms

dash, hasten, rush, speed up

Examples of usage

He hurried to catch the train before it left.
She hurried to finish her work before the deadline.
They hurried to pack their bags for the trip.

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urgency

A state of urgency or haste; the need to act quickly.

Synonyms

haste, hurry up, rush, urgency

Examples of usage

The hurry to finish the project before the meeting was palpable.
There was a sense of hurry in the air as the deadline approached.

Translations

Translations of the word "hurry" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pressa

🇮🇳 जल्दी

🇩🇪 Eile

🇮🇩 terburu-buru

🇺🇦 поспіх

🇵🇱 pośpiech

🇯🇵 急ぐ (isogu)

🇫🇷 hâte

🇪🇸 prisa

🇹🇷 acele

🇰🇷 서두름 (seodureum)

🇸🇦 عجلة

🇨🇿 spěch

🇸🇰 ponáhľať sa

🇨🇳 匆忙 (cōngmáng)

🇸🇮 hitenje

🇮🇸 flýta sér

🇰🇿 асығу

🇬🇪 სიჩქარე

🇦🇿 tələsik

🇲🇽 prisa

Word origin

The word 'hurry' originated from Middle English 'hurien' and Old French 'hurrier', both meaning 'to rush, hasten'. The sense of urgency and quick action associated with 'hurry' has been prevalent throughout history, reflecting the human tendency to prioritize speed and efficiency in various tasks and activities.

See also: hurried, hurriedly, hurrying, unhurried.