Definition of «rush seats»

The phrase "rush seats" refers to tickets for a performance that are sold at a discounted price shortly before the show starts.

Years ago I bought a pair of cheap pine bar stools with woven rush seats at one of the unfinished furniture stores. (clockworkinteriors.com)
The yellow table is a nice fit with the pale lemon walls and floral curtains, while rush seats give the space a country edge. (idealhome.co.uk)
It has a woven rush seat and great curves. (justthewoods.com)
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