as in to scurry
to proceed or move quickly
mice scuttling across the barn floor to escape the cats
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Recent Examples of scuttle
Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025
But Universal Studios held—and continues to hold—the distribution rights for any Hulk solo films, so Marvel Studios scuttled plans for a sequel and recast star Edward Norton with Mark Ruffalo for future Avengers team-up films.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 14 Feb. 2025
Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024
Between the curb and façade, a familiar sidewalk scuttle defined the scene as an NYC film shoot.
—Brett Berk, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Oct. 2024
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Verb
As a result, the family scuttled proper burial rituals, forgoing their cultural and religious practices, according to the lawsuit filed by Marcereau Law Group, a firm based in Orange County.
—Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025
But Universal Studios held—and continues to hold—the distribution rights for any Hulk solo films, so Marvel Studios scuttled plans for a sequel and recast star Edward Norton with Mark Ruffalo for future Avengers team-up films.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 14 Feb. 2025
Noun
California is prepared to offer state tax rebates for electric vehicle purchases if the incoming Trump administration scuttles the federal EV tax credit, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024
Between the curb and façade, a familiar sidewalk scuttle defined the scene as an NYC film shoot.
—Brett Berk, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scuttle
Verb
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The sound of gunfire at the end of the game sent people scurrying for safety.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
20 Mar. 2025
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The idea for Ads for Rats began in the summer of 2024, when a few of the group's members were visiting New York City and saw a rat scurry into the hole of a tree.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Spending hike The outlook is meanwhile clouded by a host of factors causing a stir in markets and the economy.—
Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2025
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The minister insisted no pressure was applied to lift restrictions on the Tates after a Financial Times report on the meeting caused a stir in Romania.—
STEPHEN McGRATH,
TIME,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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But once Friday night surge prices spike to unprecedented highs and he’s tasked between accepting more rides or hurrying over to the club for his duet with Janine, he’s caught between his trademark pragmatism and his newfound romance.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2025
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But hurry, as popular styles are already selling out.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The water rushing along the road flutters The dress on the corpse of a woman, As the city descends long days and nights Into legend, which won’t compensate for its disasters.—
Czeslaw Milosz,
The New Yorker,
6 Jan. 2025
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These subsequently compound on top of one another, further amplifying or minimizing facial movements like mouth size, eyelid flutters, and head tilts.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
2 Jan. 2025
Verb
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But the Indiana transfer played in just two games, picking up 13 rushing yards and 3 catches for 39 yards before the injury.—
Bob Ferrante,
Orlando Sentinel,
20 Mar. 2025
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Let Go of the Finish Line Intensity doesn’t mean rushing to orgasm.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Koh Phangan once again reverted to a haven away from the hustle and bustle of modern life.—
Charlie Campbell,
TIME,
17 Mar. 2025
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With the hustle and bustle of American work culture, crafting as a form of self-care is gaining traction (these projects can even replace doomscrolling!).—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Dehydration can lead to fatigue, headaches, and a host of other issues, especially when flying.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
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Data from aviation analytics firm Cirium indicates that 615 flights are scheduled to depart from Heathrow on Saturday, with a further 604 flights due to fly to the airport.—
Tamara Hardingham-Gill,
CNN,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The cafe offers a large breakfast menu, and many of the items — such as omelets, scrambles, Benedict’s and skillets — feature eggs.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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That composure led to him landing a knee in the third round after a scramble to get off the mat and setting up the ground strikes that finished the fight at the 3:43 mark of Round 3.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Scuttle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scuttle. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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