RUSHES
/ˈɹʌʃɪz/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of RUSHES
Any of several stiff plants of the genus Juncus, or the family Juncaceae, having hollow or pithy stems and small flowers, and often growing in marshes or near water.
The stem of such plants used in making baskets, mats, the seats of chairs, etc.
The merest trifle; a straw.
A sudden forward motion.
A surge.
"A rush of business can be difficult to handle effectively for its unexpected volume."
General haste.
"Many errors were made in the rush to finish."
To hurry; to perform a task with great haste.
"rush one's dinner; rush off an email response"
To flow or move forward rapidly or noisily.
"armies rush to battle; waters rush down a precipice."
Examples of RUSHES in a Sentence
- "A rush of business can be difficult to handle effectively for its unexpected volume."
- "Many errors were made in the rush to finish."
- "rush one's dinner; rush off an email response"
- "armies rush to battle; waters rush down a precipice."
Word Details
Is RUSHES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RUSHES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RUSHES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RUSHES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | u | s | h | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Anagrams of RUSHES
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RUSHES
59 words from the letters in RUSHES
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How to Use RUSHES in Word Games
RUSHES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, RUSHES is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RUSHES to find 59 additional valid words.