scrambling

Example Sentences

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With the Iran war now well into its third month, countries are scrambling to circumvent the geopolitical tug of war by transitioning more quickly to renewables.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

But every year, we're left scrambling for points at the bottom of the leader board.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Their ships can’t pay their way through the Iranian blockade—such arrangements are generally made between governments, with foreign officials scrambling to get answers out of Tehran’s embassies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

“Refineries have to source from elsewhere, and they are scrambling to find where to get that oil,” said Susan Bell, a senior vice president at the consulting firm Rystad Energy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

Right next to the pancakes is a plate of perfectly crispy bacon, and Sneaky’s mom is scrambling eggs at the stove.

From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist