scurried

[ˈskʌrid]

scurried Definition

to move quickly with short steps, especially because you are in a hurry or are trying to escape from something.

Using scurried: Examples

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

  • Example

    The mouse scurried across the floor and disappeared behind the sofa.

  • Example

    She scurried around the kitchen, preparing dinner for her guests.

  • Example

    The children scurried away when they saw the teacher coming.

scurried Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scurried

Phrases with scurried

  • to leave quickly and quietly

    Example

    He scurried off to avoid being seen by his ex-girlfriend.

  • to move quickly and busily from one place to another

    Example

    She scurried around the office, trying to finish all her work before the deadline.

  • to run away quickly and secretly

    Example

    The thief scurried away with the stolen goods before anyone could catch him.

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Summary: scurried in Brief

'Scurried' [ˈskʌrid] means to move quickly with short steps, often because of a sense of urgency or to avoid something. It is commonly used to describe the movement of small animals like mice, but can also be used to describe human movement. Phrases like 'scurry off' and 'scurry around' are common, and it can be used formally as 'hurry' or informally as 'dash.'