scuttling Definition
- 1run hurriedly or furtively with short quick steps
- 2sink (a ship) deliberately by opening seacocks or making holes in the hull
Using scuttling: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scuttling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The mouse was scuttling across the floor.
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The sailors were scuttling the ship to prevent it from falling into enemy hands.
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He scuttled away when he saw the police coming.
scuttling Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with scuttling
rumors or gossip about the private affairs of others
Example
I heard some scuttlebutt about the boss's upcoming resignation.
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He scuttled off when he realized he was late for his appointment.
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The hiker scuttled down the steep slope on his backside.
Summary: scuttling in Brief
The verb 'scuttling' [ˈskʌtlɪŋ] refers to running quickly and furtively with short steps or sinking a ship deliberately. It is often used to describe hurried movement, as in 'The mouse was scuttling across the floor,' or secretive escape, as in 'He scuttled away when he saw the police coming.' The phrase 'scuttlebutt' denotes rumors or gossip, while 'scuttle off' and 'scuttle down' describe leaving quickly and moving down awkwardly, respectively.
