scurry
Americanverb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
noun
plural
scurries-
a scurrying rush.
the scurry of little feet on the stairs.
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a short run or race.
verb
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to move about or proceed hurriedly
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(intr) to whirl about
noun
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the act or sound of scurrying
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a brisk light whirling movement, as of snow
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horse racing a short race or sprint
Etymology
Origin of scurry
First recorded in 1800–10; extracted from hurry-scurry
Example Sentences
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Flames and smoke erupted from a luxury hotel on Dubai's Palm, the landmark, palm tree-shaped development of land reclaimed from the sea, after a loud bang sent passers-by scurrying for cover.
From Barron's
He squealed like someone had stepped on his tail and scurried back to the others.
From Literature
The gnome scurried away chanting, “Red for message! Red for message!”
From Literature
Jacob Bethell made an entertaining 55 and Brook a well-placed 53 for England, but Nepal's batting was on a par as they swept and scurried.
From BBC
Quickly Sam scurried back to the No Candy line and stood beside his mother.
From Literature
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