hurry

The word hurry is used when someone moves or acts quickly because there is little time or because something feels urgent. It can describe both the action itself and the feeling behind it. For example, "She hurried to the hospital when she heard about the accident," or "He hurried through his homework so he could go out with friends."

As a verb, hurry means to go faster than usual. It often suggests pressure, stress, or a need to avoid being late. You do not just walk fast; you hurry when there is a reason to save time. You can also hurry another person by saying, "Hurry up!"

The word also appears in common phrases. If you are "in a hurry," you need to leave, finish, or decide quickly. If someone says, "Don't hurry into a decision," they mean you should slow down and think carefully before you act. You can also say, "There is no hurry," which means there is no need to rush.

So whether you are racing against the clock, telling someone to move faster, or trying not to be late, hurry gives the idea of quick action caused by time pressure.