scurry

[ˈskʌri]

scurry Definition

• 1. to move quickly with short, hurried steps
• 2. a quick, hurried run or movement

Using scurry: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scurry" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The mice scurried across the floor.

• Example

  She scurried around the house, trying to get everything ready for the party.

• Example

  He scurried away when he saw the police coming.

• Example

  The squirrel gave a sudden scurry up the tree.

scurry Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scurry

• dash
• scamper
• hurry
• rush
• dart

Antonyms for scurry

• saunter
• amble
• stroll

Phrases with scurry

• in a scurry

  in a state of hurried activity or confusion

  Example

  In a scurry, they packed their bags and left the hotel.

• scurry off

  to leave quickly and suddenly

  Example

  When he saw his ex-girlfriend, he scurried off in the opposite direction.

• scurry up

  to climb quickly and nimbly

  Example

  The cat scurried up the tree to escape the barking dog.

Origins of scurry

from Middle English 'skirren', meaning 'to move quickly'

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Summary: scurry in Brief

The term 'scurry' [ˈskʌri] refers to quick, hurried movements or runs, often characterized by short, hurried steps. It can be used as both a verb and a noun, as in 'The mice scurried across the floor.' 'Scurry' extends into phrases like 'in a scurry,' denoting hurried activity or confusion, and 'scurry off,' meaning to leave quickly and suddenly.