1. to run or move quickly and suddenly
2. to strike or throw something forcefully against a surface
3. to destroy or ruin hopes, plans, or expectations

1. a quick run or sudden movement
2. a small amount of something added to food or drink
3. a punctuation mark (—) used to indicate a pause or break in thought

Examples

• She had to dash to catch the bus.
• The waves dashed against the rocky shore.
• The injury dashed his hopes of playing in the championship.
• He made a dash for the exit when the alarm sounded.
• Add just a dash of salt to the soup.
• Use an em dash to separate clauses in your writing.
• The young actor performed with dash and confidence.