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Scramble

Definition

(formal) To move quickly and awkwardly, often in a confused or desperate manner, in order to achieve something or to escape from a situation. Typically used to describe physical movement or to convey a sense of urgency and confusion.

Example Sentences

1The hikers had to scramble up the steep mountain slope to reach the summit before nightfall.
2In the aftermath of the natural disaster, rescue teams scrambled to locate survivors and provide aid.
3The company's executives scrambled to respond to the crisis, issuing a series of contradictory statements that only added to the confusion.
4As the deadline loomed, the team scrambled to complete the project, working long hours and sacrificing their personal lives.
5The tourists scrambled to find a taxi, desperate to escape the torrential rain that had suddenly drenched the city streets.

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