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frantically

[fran-tik-lee] / ˈfræn tɪk li /


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Students frantically flee between the desks and down the stairs; the Bridegroom’s parents argue in a vestibule; the Waitress and Markéta, on different levels, recall that last morning as though in a dream.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

We know that underneath, we’re laboring frantically to keep going — sometimes, even just to stay afloat.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Her apprehensive patient hits a breaking point nevertheless, frantically fleeing the exam room while Dana is procedurally required to remain.

From Salon • Feb. 26, 2026

Karen was then left trying to work out how to look after the cubs, while frantically searching online for information on the otters.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

With his other hand, the tackler was frantically waving Jonah away.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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