darting

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The Meta boss appeared in a dark suit and gray tie, his signature chestnut curls slightly mussed, darting occasional nervous looks at the jury and the 20-year-old plaintiff, who sat in the courtroom gallery.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

The kid from Spain plays outrageous, complete tennis, has kept himself healthy despite darting around the court like a caffeinated hummingbird, and has only one true rival on tour.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

The first is that Haaland will make a darting run in the box before stopping or slowing down.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

Bellingham came close to adding a third but Mathew Ryan parried his header and then saved Vinicius's effort after a darting run from the Brazilian.

From Barron's • Jan. 17, 2026

“Ivan?” she whispered, darting to the edge of the platform.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack