as in to scurry
to proceed or move quickly
now we've got to scoot, or we'll be late
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Recent Examples of scoot
How a prehistoric society managed to scoot the boulder so far without complex tools or transportation methods has perplexed researchers for years.
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Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
4 June 2026
That could mean walking, biking, scooting, carpooling or taking public transit instead.
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Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
Second baseman Marcus Semien failed to reel in a line drive, knocked the ball down, picked it up and then threw it well beyond the reach of first baseman Mark Vientos, allowing Randy Arozarena to scoot to second base.
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Will Sammon,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
Diego Luna, here for special Cannes screenings of his Ashes movie, scooted across the restaurant to embrace Thompson.
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Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
16 May 2026
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Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
4 June 2026
That could mean walking, biking, scooting, carpooling or taking public transit instead.
—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
Second baseman Marcus Semien failed to reel in a line drive, knocked the ball down, picked it up and then threw it well beyond the reach of first baseman Mark Vientos, allowing Randy Arozarena to scoot to second base.
—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
Diego Luna, here for special Cannes screenings of his Ashes movie, scooted across the restaurant to embrace Thompson.
—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scoot
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Before the show launches its sixth season later this year, Hoffman unpacked a scene in the season five opener that sets up the surprising mystery the podcasters scurry to solve.
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But be sure to avoid handling things such as gasoline, sunscreen, tobacco, and insect repellent, which will send them scurrying away from even the most tantalizing baits.
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But hurry—some of our favorites are already selling out!
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But hurry, sizes are selling out quickly on Madewell.
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Gerardo Olivares’ globe-trotting comedy sees various nomads and tribesmen move heaven and earth to watch the final between 2002 World Cup final between Germany and Brazil.
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Cesare Attolini was in an escapist mood for spring, taking cues from safari explorations and the European chic riviera destinations to provide the globe-trotting wealthy pack a wardrobe befitting different latitudes.
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Those who rely on custom mobility devices still have to fly commercial or find another way to get to the games, and risk damage to their wheelchairs in the process.
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Last year, Jackie and Shadow’s eaglets (Sunny and Gizmo) were about a month older during the fireworks show and had already grown enough feathers to fly away from the nest.
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Peterson gave credit to catcher Carson Kelly’s game calling, which required the two getting up to speed quickly without the lefty having thrown a bullpen that would’ve given Kelly an idea in person of how his stuff moves.
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Professionals will take full advantage of each upgrade to speed up development, media production, and the heavy lifting required by generative AI tools.
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The suspect, an adult male, wore all black and traveled on a scooter.
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For those unable to attend games at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium, the free-to-enter festival offers local and traveling spectators a place to gather during the World Cup.
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Those moves unfold in the heart of the Pittsburgh Innovation District, where Oakland’s mix of universities, hospitals and startups is driving new construction and intensifying competition for space around campus.
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The shooting took place in Towson Circle as the Majied and the suspect were driving in different cars.
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Do not rush to defend yourself if someone misunderstands your tone.
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Supporters — many of them wearing Colombia’s yellow and red colors — rushed the gates at the home stadium of the NFL’s Miami Dolphins, leaving fans terrified and bloodied as security struggled to contain the rush.
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“Scoot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scoot. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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