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What is another word for rush?

The best substitute for "rush" depends on the context. Here are some options:

For speed and urgency:

* Hurried: Implies haste and a lack of time.

* Hasten: Verb meaning to speed up.

* Scurry: Used for quick, nervous movement.

* Dash: A sudden burst of speed.

* Bolt: To move very quickly.

* Hustle: To move or work with energy and speed.

* Expedite: To speed up a process.

* Accelerate: To increase speed.

For overwhelming demand:

* Surge: A sudden increase in something.

* Flood: An overwhelming amount of something.

* Wave: A large amount of something that comes suddenly.

* Boom: A sudden increase in activity or popularity.

For sudden emotion:

* Elation: A feeling of great joy and excitement.

* Excitement: A feeling of eagerness and anticipation.

* Thrill: A feeling of intense excitement and pleasure.

* Frenzy: A state of great excitement and activity.

For a hurried visit:

* Pop in: To make a quick visit.

* Drop by: To make a brief visit.

* Swing by: To make a short visit.

Other:

* Rush hour: The time of day when traffic is heaviest.

* Rush job: A task that needs to be completed quickly.

To choose the best word, consider the specific situation and the nuance you want to convey.

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