as in advance
forward movement in time or place
a sudden onrush of development in an area that was rural until very recently
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Recent Examples of onrush
CIOs responded to the onrush of generative AI by seeking out in specialized books, in paper or digital form.
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Tom Loftus, WSJ, 22 Dec. 2023
But maybe foregrounding scroll’s past life as a noun is a reminder that this is also an active and emotional practice, a desire to face the onrush of catastrophe and to witness history.
—WIRED, 19 Sep. 2023
Every scene feels short — every mishap proceeds amid an onrush of too much going on.
—K. Austin Collins, Rolling Stone, 4 Feb. 2023
There’s the fiery red-orange glow of the iris, the sudden onrush of liquid that bathes and (one hopes) soothes, and finally that last little tug of the forceps as — ta-da! — the new lens snaps into place with satisfying, ship-in-a-bottle precision.
—Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2023
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Tom Loftus, WSJ, 22 Dec. 2023
But maybe foregrounding scroll’s past life as a noun is a reminder that this is also an active and emotional practice, a desire to face the onrush of catastrophe and to witness history.
—WIRED, 19 Sep. 2023
Every scene feels short — every mishap proceeds amid an onrush of too much going on.
—K. Austin Collins, Rolling Stone, 4 Feb. 2023
There’s the fiery red-orange glow of the iris, the sudden onrush of liquid that bathes and (one hopes) soothes, and finally that last little tug of the forceps as — ta-da! — the new lens snaps into place with satisfying, ship-in-a-bottle precision.
—Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for onrush
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But none of the deals or technological advances have stopped the losses from piling up at the companies building flying cars.—
Michael Liedtke,
The Denver Post,
18 Jan. 2025
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The chatbot is part of the spy agency’s drive to improve the tools available to C.I.A. analysts and its officers in the field, and to better understand adversaries’ technical advances.—
Julian E. Barnes,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Elizabeth Frantz | Reuters The casket of former President Jimmy Carter arrives at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. for a procession before the funeral on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025.—
Josephine Rozzelle,
CNBC,
9 Jan. 2025
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The result is a staging of half-hearted opulence, with massive walls that trundle into position, squeezing the crowds or parting to reveal a giant staircase suitable for processions.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
8 Jan. 2025
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While financial constraints may prevent immediate resolution, transparency about decision-making processes and clear communication about company finances can help rebuild trust.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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Axios can access OpenAI's technology to build its own AI products, processes, and systems.—
Sara Fischer,
Axios,
15 Jan. 2025
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Otherwise, Arkansas is 0-4 against other opponents ranked in Quad 1 of the NCAA’s Net rankings, including a 73-66 loss Wednesday night at home to Ole Miss. Calipari’s squads, composed primarily of one-and-done freshmen for more than a decade at Kentucky, typically improve as a season progresses.—
Edgar Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
11 Jan. 2025
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California firefighters have begun to see some progress against the raging wildfires into the fourth day.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
10 Jan. 2025
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But even within this progression of warmer years and ever-intensifying risks to homes, communities and the environment, 2024 stood out in another unwelcome way.—
Raymond Zhong,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2025
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However, studies have yet to show any significant benefit in reducing the risk of developing or slowing the progression of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease.—
Sarah Anzlovar, MS, RD,
Verywell Health,
10 Jan. 2025
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With sleep disorders affecting approximately 70 million Americans and poor sleep linked to serious health risks like heart disease, stroke and cognitive decline, the Tone Buds represent a significant advancement in personal sleep technology.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
12 Jan. 2025
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Over the course of the 20th century, the average American lifespan went from roughly 50 to 80 years because of advancements in antibiotics and vaccines.—
Sheila Jaffe,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Jan. 2025
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“Onrush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/onrush. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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