scampered
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Exhausted riders scampered down to the rocky beach and plunged into the Mediterranean.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
Umpire Bill Miller took a few steps toward the creature, who then scampered into right field.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
The rapid Australia wing scampered clear and fed Lonergan for the home side's bonus-point score.
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
Pressure’s been around the Olympics since Coroebus of Elis scampered in his bare feet, and we’re more sensitive to it now, especially its corrosive effects.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 23, 2026
I scampered across the street to a shed on the docks and ducked behind it to wait until he reappeared.
From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk
