In a hurry

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adverbial phrase

Moving quickly because you need to do something soon.

She left in a hurry because she was late for her appointment.
Visual representation of "in a hurry" - Moving quickly because you need to do something soon

Often appears as...

  • left in a hurry
  • always in a hurry
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Time Pressure

Implies a person is under pressure to complete a task or be somewhere fast.

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She answered emails in a hurry to leave work early.
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Urgency Feel

Reflects the urgency someone feels, rather than actual time constraints.

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Even without a deadline, he always works in a hurry.
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Emotional State

Can indicate stress or anxiety associated with rushing.

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She was in a hurry and seemed very flustered.
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