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noun

Definition of hustlesnext
plural of hustle
as in scams
an instance of the use of dishonest methods to acquire something of value a clever hustle that tricked people into revealing their bank account information

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verb

present tense third-person singular of hustle
1
as in struggles
to devote serious and sustained effort everyone really hustled to get the project finished on schedule

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2
as in hurries
to proceed or move quickly we'd better hustle, or we'll miss the train

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3
as in squeezes
to rob by the use of trickery or threats a swindler who hustled cashiers by getting them all confused while they were making change

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hustles
  1. scams
  2. struggles
  3. strives
  4. works
  5. tries
  6. beats
  7. does
  8. drives
Noun
  • For example, technology that fights scams and money mules is being adopted to combat the numerous new types of fraud appearing on the horizon.
    Craig Costigan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The Social Security Administration has warned that the number of online scams has surged as scammers try to take advantage of a bump in benefits.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of scams
Verb
  • As the rest of the city struggles through violent crime, Johnson reportedly maintains a security detail of nearly 100 officers in Unit 544 — the group of officers assigned to protect the mayor.
    Dylan Sharkey, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Everyone struggles with it in different ways.
    Jem Aswad, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of struggles
Verb
  • Every business strives to hire and keep the best talent, as high-performing employees can help increase efficiency, improve creativity and create a healthy working culture.
    Jack Chen, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Being that Scorpio is known for deepness, the secrets shared prove that anyone can forge closeness — an ideal the Water sign strives for.
    Lisa Stardust, People.com, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of strives
Verb
  • Infused with cica, green tea, sunflower seed oil, and vitamin E to soothe and protect the skin barrier, the formula works for people of all skin types.
    Sarah Han, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024
  • This handheld vacuum has 69,000 five-star ratings, works on carpet, hardwood, and tile floors, and weighs less than 3 pounds.
    Isabel Garcia, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of works
Verb
  • Old tensions resurface as Charles tries desperately to salvage his dream gig.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Maurice also tries to replicate some dishes that his grandmother from Jamaica would make such as her oxtail, rice and peas, and iced tea.
    Dana Rose Falcone, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of tries
Verb
  • In the event Pereira beats Ankalaev, the winner of Blachowicz-Ulberg would have the best case for a title shot of anyone in the division.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • This is plenty of power for a regular three-row, which beats some premium SUVs in smoothness and performance.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of beats
Verb
  • But the manifesto does rail against health care insurance companies that put profits ahead of people, with United mentioned specifically.
    Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
  • First things first - Gimenez does a couple of things very well.
    Tony Blengino, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of does
Verb
  • Novartis is a prime example, fostering a culture of curiosity and empowerment that drives both engagement and innovation.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Tripp Westbrook, the President and CCO of Firehouse, drives innovation against the norm.
    Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of drives
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