scampered
Example Sentences
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They scampered around the office looming above the Outdoor stage, while delighted fans on the ground watched them flail behind glass.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 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
Baena scampered through on goal and beat Joan Garcia, barely celebrating because he could sense the linesman's raised flag behind him.
From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025
On the Giants’ opening drive against the Los Angeles Chargers, Dart scampered for a 15-yard touchdown run in what turned into a 21-18 victory.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 29, 2025
They scampered toward the water, their little legs scuffling over the freshly turned-up sand.
From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook
