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Scurrying

Pronunciation varies by accent · verb

Meaning

present participle and gerund of scurry.

Definitions by Sense

  1. present participle and gerund of scurry
  2. The motion of something that scurries.

Example Sentences

Archivists and librarians are the unsung worker ants whose scurryings make books such as this one possible.

Synonyms for scurrying

Antonyms for scurrying

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does scurrying mean?

Scurrying means present participle and gerund of scurry.

What is a synonym for scurrying?

Common synonyms include fast, hurrying.

What is the opposite of scurrying?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use scurrying in a sentence?

Archivists and librarians are the unsung worker ants whose scurryings make books such as this one possible.

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