scurry
1 of 2verb/ˈskɝi/
Forms:scurries,scurrying,scurried,scurried
1
to move quickly and with small, rapid steps, often in a hurried or nervous manner
- Startled by the sudden noise, the mice scurried into their nests in the corner.
- Right now, the workers are scurrying to set up the venue for the event.
- Yesterday, the chickens nervously scurried away when a loud noise startled them.
- While the storm raged, people were scurrying to secure windows and doors.
- Upon hearing the doorbell, the cat scurried away, seeking a quiet spot to hide.