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Synonyms

rushes

British  
/ rʌʃɪz /

plural noun

  1. (sometimes singular) (in film-making) the initial prints of a scene or scenes before editing, usually prepared daily

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Example Sentences

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“Where there is no History, Desire rushes in,” writes Mr. Mahajan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

One man said he saw the potential for YouTube to seek to trigger "immediate dopamine" rushes among users through its "Shorts" feature.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

The 'them' to which she is referring are rushes, the thick grass-like plant that farmers may wish wasn't in their fields.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

A woman rushes out of the SUV, scoops up the child and returns to her car.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026

Agent Fiona calls, and a crowd of agents rushes in our direction.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston

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