on the hurry up
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Meaning · English
At top speed; as fast as possible.
Register: slang
Examples
'Read the CAD as you go – on the hurry up please. Need you there as soon as possible. Make sure you let Control know when you're on scene.'
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “on the hurry up” mean?
At top speed; as fast as possible.
Is “on the hurry up” formal or informal?
on the hurry up is generally slang.