scampering

[ˈskæmpərɪŋ]

scampering Definition

to run with quick light steps, especially through fear or excitement.

Using scampering: Examples

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

  • Example

    The children were scampering around the playground.

  • Example

    The mouse was scampering across the floor.

  • Example

    The squirrels were scampering up and down the trees.

scampering Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scampering

Phrases with scampering

  • to run away quickly, especially in order to avoid something

    Example

    As soon as he saw the police, he scampered off down the street.

  • to move around quickly and energetically

    Example

    The children were scampering about the room, playing games and laughing.

  • to climb up quickly and lightly

    Example

    The cat scampered up the tree to escape from the dog.

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Summary: scampering in Brief

'Scampering' [ˈskæmpərɪŋ] is a verb that describes running with quick, light steps, often due to fear or excitement. It is commonly used to describe the movement of animals, such as squirrels scampering up and down trees, or children playing and scampering around the playground. 'Scamper off' means to run away quickly, while 'scamper about' means to move around quickly and energetically.