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bum rush

idiom
Meaning

A storming into an establishment.


Origin

disputed origin

Originates from the 1980s, as slang for the stampede of people created by a police raid.

Examples
SIMPLE

The crowd tried to bum rush the concert entrance.

CONTEXTUAL

Security guards stood at the door to prevent the angry fans from trying to bum rush the stage.

COMPLEX

Disregarding the velvet ropes and the polite queue, the impatient mob attempted to bum rush the exclusive gallery opening.

Anchors to
Related idioms7entries
  1. 01

    adrenaline rush

    An event or activity which causes such a state.

  2. 02

    bum rap

    An undeservedly unfavorable portrayal or reputation.

  3. 03

    bum steer

    Bad advice or information, regardless of intention.

  4. 04

    bum's rush

    The forcible ejection of someone, such as a bum or a hobo, from an establishment.

  5. 05

    corporate welfare bum

    A business corporation or business executive receiving significant financial assistance from government sources.

  6. 06

    rush hour

    The times of the day when traffic jams are commonplace, due mainly to people commuting to or from work.

  7. 07

    rush in

    To act quickly and without due thought

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