scurrying 1 of 2

present participle of scurry

scurrying

2 of 2

adjective

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for scurrying
Adjective
  • Last year, there were 34 incidents of rapid intensification -- when a storm gains at least 35 mph in 24 hours -- which is about twice the average and causes forecasting problems, according to the hurricane center.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 June 2025
  • Plug-And-Play System Integration A truly effective anti-fraud solution should easily integrate with other platforms—whether through out-of-the-box connectors or by enabling the rapid development of new ones.
    Marcin Nowak, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Adjective
  • With a running start, Tremble lowered his head and delivered a nasty blow to Brisker’s neck.
    Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2025
  • Watkins can provide help against low blocks with his running and aerial ability, but a potential concern is his pressing.
    Art de Roché, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Smith’s swift ascent has exceeded the already enormous expectations Houston had for him.
    Chandler Rome, New York Times, 28 June 2025
  • The Nets’ final move of the 2025 NBA Draft was a swift Day 2 trade.
    C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 27 June 2025
Adjective
  • The lower end of that spectrum (2,000 kelvins) will provide an orangey, amber light and attract the fewest flying insects.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2025
  • But there aren’t enough helicopters available for initial pilot training, current and former Army aviators told Forbes, and active-duty and National Guard aircrews simply aren’t getting enough flying hours in peacetime.
    Jeremy Bogaisky, Forbes, 4 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • The Moose Mountain Falls indoor water park is a big draw, with a constant temperature of 86 degrees perfect for zipping down waterslides and floating on the lazy river.
    Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Compared to the older Streaming Stick Plus, the 4K model offers a bit more speed for zipping around apps and now supports Dolby Vision to go along with HDR10 Plus.
    Quentyn Kennemer, The Verge, 19 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • So what’s driving the need for these changes?
    Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • By forcing his posts to the top of feeds, elevating like-minded voices, and driving critics off the platform, Musk revealed the raw power of ownership.
    Jackie Snow, Quartz, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The Democrats also spoke of the need to protect U.S. personnel and civilians in the region, cautioning against a hasty escalation that could endanger American lives.
    Amanda Castro Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
  • Crisp, curly hair indicates a hasty, somewhat impetuous and rash character.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 June 2025
Adjective
  • The Oilers might be wise to trade for him in June, sign him and increase the number of speedy wingers with plus shots in the pool of young talent available this fall.
    Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 22 June 2025
  • Because a massive particle travels more slowly, a speedy observer could overtake it and effectively reverse its direction of motion, thus flipping its apparent handedness.
    Zack Savitsky, Wired News, 22 June 2025
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“Scurrying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scurrying. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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