Scramble
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Rapid Movement
Use 'scramble' to describe someone moving quickly, often in a disorganized way. The kids scrambled to pick up the scattered toys.
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Hasty Climbing
'Scramble' is often used when someone ascends or descends quickly and with effort. She scrambled down from the tree as the rain began.
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Not Graceful
When 'scramble' is used, it implies the action is done without elegance. He scrambled over the fence, tearing his jeans.