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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hustled

/hʌstld/ verb · British & US
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What does hustled mean?

verb

Past tense of 'hustle', to move quickly and energetically, often in a determined or aggressive way. To cheat or deceive someone, often by taking advantage of their trust or inexperience.

Example

"She hustled her way to the front of the line, much to the annoyance of those behind her."

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