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!
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The children were scampering around the playground.
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The mouse was scampering across the floor.
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The squirrels were scampering up and down the trees.
scampering Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with scampering
Example
As soon as he saw the police, he scampered off down the street.
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The children were scampering about the room, playing games and laughing.
scamper up
to climb up quickly and lightly
Example
The cat scampered up the tree to escape from the dog.
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.
