bum–rush

verb \ˈbəm-ˈrəsh\

: to attack or move toward (someone or something) in a forceful and violent way

Full Definition of BUM-RUSH

transitive verb

: to attack or seize with an overpowering rush <bum–rush the stage>

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1987

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