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scrambling

[ˈskræmblɪŋ]

scrambling Definition

  • 1the action of moving or climbing quickly but with difficulty, often using one's hands to help
  • 2the act of mixing or confusing something

Using scrambling: Examples

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

  • Example

    The hikers were scrambling up the steep hill.

  • Example

    He was scrambling over the rocks to get to the other side of the river.

  • Example

    The company was scrambling to meet the deadline.

scrambling Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with scrambling

  • compete eagerly and vigorously for something

    Example

    There was a scramble for the last piece of cake.

  • beat eggs with a fork or whisk until they are mixed together but not completely smooth

    Example

    She scrambled some eggs for breakfast.

  • an intersection where traffic from different directions is allowed to move at the same time

    Example

    The city council decided to replace the four-way stop with a scramble intersection.

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Summary: scrambling in Brief

The term 'scrambling' [ˈskræmblɪŋ] refers to the action of moving or climbing quickly but with difficulty, often using one's hands to help. It can also mean the act of mixing or confusing something, as in 'The company was scrambling to meet the deadline.' Other phrases include 'scramble for,' meaning to compete eagerly and vigorously for something, and 'scramble eggs,' which means to beat eggs with a fork or whisk until they are mixed together but not completely smooth.

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