Hurried
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 28, 2026
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Clue
Hurried (5)
Answer
The answer to Hurried is Swift (5 letters).
Why does Swift fit this clue?
This is a direct synonym clue where 'Hurried' points to SWIFT, meaning moving or capable of moving with great speed. Swift describes rapid motion or quick action, whether referring to physical movement like a swift runner or prompt completion of tasks. The word captures the essence of being hurried without implying the frantic or rushed quality that 'hurried' sometimes suggests, making it a clean crossword synonym.
What does Hurried mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
hurried
adjective
•done quickly or in a rush
verb
•past tense of hurry; moved or acted with speed
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 1-across in the New York Times Daily on March 28, 2026, by Katie Hoody, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Swift mean?
noun
•A small plain-colored bird of the family Apodidae that resembles a swallow and is noted for its rapid flight.
•Any of certain lizards of the genus Sceloporus.
adjective
•Fast; quick; rapid.
•Capable of moving at high speeds.
adverb
•Swiftly.
Origin of the word Swift
•origin: Old English 'swift' meaning quick or rapid
•period: Old English
The word is related to the Old English verb 'swifan' meaning 'to move in a course' and shares roots with words for sweeping motion across Germanic languages.
How to use Swift in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Swift.
•“The emergency response team made a swift evacuation of the building when the fire alarm sounded.”
•“The swift current of the river carried the kayak downstream much faster than expected.”
•“Her swift reflexes allowed her to catch the falling vase before it hit the ground.”
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- What is the answer to Hurried?
- The answer is Swift (5 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on March 28, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Hurried have?
- The answer has 5 letters: Swift.
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NYT Daily — Mar 28, 2026
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