Synonyms for

Hurried

Verb / ˈhɜ:i:d / Another word for hurried — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

done in a rush; moving or acting quickly

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. He hurried to catch the bus before it left the station.
  2. The students hurried to finish their tests before the bell rang.
  3. She hurriedly packed her bags for the trip.
  4. We walked at a hurried pace to reach the concert on time.
  5. The firefighters arrived at the scene in a hurried manner.

Quotes

  • Hurry, hurry, you'll be late! The train won't wait. Don't forget your date!
  • Time is too slow for those who wait, too swift for those who fear, too long for those who grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love, time is eternity.
  • The hurrier I go, the behinder I get.

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