frantically

Example Sentences

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“I searched frantically for the button to shut it off,” Donio, 53, said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

After frantically calling back, he got the news: He was one of eight selected out of a pool of more than 6,000 for the space agency’s 21st class of astronauts.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 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

Steve frantically travelled back from Dublin, but didn't make it.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

“Get the Glitch programmed,” I said to Elliot, glancing around frantically until my eyes landed on a stack of white paper.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin