scurry

Example Sentences

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Shadowy figures with torches, scurrying across a broad lawn.

From Literature

I’m halfway up the path to his front door when Lou Ann scurries out of her house like she’s been watching for me.

From Literature

Sinner raced into a 4-1 lead in the first set as he sent Shelton, who is a year younger at 23, scurrying to all corners of the court.

From Barron's

The winter storm that sent Americans scurrying to buy snowblowers, shovels, and rock salt now has them in a deep freeze.

From Barron's

A huge downpour hit the stadium, sending fans scurrying as there is no roof yet, and those who remained saw Escandell deny Robert Lewandowski a potential fourth with a fine save.

From Barron's