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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scurrying

/skɜːrɪɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does scurrying mean?

verb

Moving quickly with short, light steps, typically in a nervous or frightened manner. To move quickly and hastily, often in a disorderly or frantic way.

Example

"The children were scurrying around the playground, eager to get to the swings."

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