Meaning
Moving or doing something very quickly, often feeling rushed.
Cultural Background
Americans value punctuality. Saying 'I'm in a hurry' is a standard way to end a conversation. British people might use 'in a rush' more often than 'in a hurry' in casual settings.
Use 'a'
Don't forget the article 'a'. It is always 'in a hurry'.
Meaning
Moving or doing something very quickly, often feeling rushed.
Use 'a'
Don't forget the article 'a'. It is always 'in a hurry'.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
I'm sorry, I can't talk. I'm ____ a hurry.
The correct idiom is 'in a hurry'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesI'm sorry, I can't talk. I'm ____ a hurry.
The correct idiom is 'in a hurry'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, you must include 'a'.
Related Phrases
in a rush
synonymSame as in a hurry
hurry up
specialized formA command to move faster
