English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "had to rush" Mean?
Learn what "had to rush" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Yeah, he's not feeling well. We had to rush him to the hospital last night.
It means they had to take him to the hospital very quickly because of an emergency.
From Twisted Fates, Episode 21
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker describes taking someone to the hospital the previous night.
Usage Scenario
Use this when describing an urgent medical situation. It is clear and natural, but it is a report of an event rather than a reusable phrase page target.
Better ways to say it
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We had to rush him to the hospital last night.
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We rushed him to the hospital last night.
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We had to take him to the hospital last night.
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