skitter

Example Sentences

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Pushing our chairs back, we both grabbed our bonnets, blathered something to Mrs. Drysdale about getting some fresh air, and skittered out the back door.

From Literature

At first, “Dust Bunny” feels a little light, the story skittering across its densely designed surface, with very little dialogue in the first half.

From Los Angeles Times

As Miss Mortimer left her standing there alone, Penelope’s heart skittered like a bird’s.

From Literature

After freeing himself from the nest of yellow curls on Lady Constance’s head, the surprised squirrel leaped onto Cassiopeia’s shoulder for a quick nuzzle and a biscuit crumb before skittering away.

From Literature

“Poor Margaret,” Penelope thought as she watched the good-hearted girl skitter gracefully away across the cobblestones.

From Literature