Onrush
(noun)
- A sudden and fast-moving flow or surge of people or things.
- A swift and powerful forward movement or charge.
- An overwhelming and sudden advance or attack.
Origin:
From the middle english 'on-rushen', which means 'to rush upon'.
Examples:
- The onrush of water from the burst dam caused widespread damage to the nearby town.
- The onrush of soldiers overwhelmed the enemy defenses, securing a decisive victory.
- The onrush of shoppers during the holiday sales caused chaos in the stores.
- The onrush of emotions was too much for her to handle, and she broke down in tears.
- The onrush of adrenaline gave him the strength to lift the heavy object and save the day.