in a hurry
The phrase "in a hurry" conveys a sense of urgency or the need to act quickly, often due to time constraints.
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Definition
B1General
(informal)Acting quickly because of limited time or urgency.
Example
- Sorry, I can't chat; I'm in a hurry.
- She left the house in a hurry and forgot her keys.
B2Behavior
(informal)Eager or impatient to complete something swiftly.
Example
- Why are you in such a hurry to finish the project?
- He seemed in a hurry to get the meeting over with.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in a hurry":
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