rush in

The phrase "rush in" often implies urgency or hasty action, frequently used to describe entering a place or situation quickly.

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Definition

B1General

(common)To move into a place quickly and with urgency.

Example

  • As soon as the doors opened, the crowd began to rush in.
  • Cold air rushed in when she opened the window.

B2Behavior

(idiomatic)To act hastily or without careful consideration.

Example

  • Don't rush in without thinking; take your time to make a decision.
  • Fools rush in where angels fear to tread.

C1Sports

(technical, sports)In football, to quickly move towards the quarterback to disrupt a play.

Example

  • The defensive players rushed in to sack the quarterback.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "rush in":

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