scramble (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈskræm.bəl/

Definition

To move or climb quickly but awkwardly, often using hands and feet.

Examples

• The children scrambled out of the swimming pool, dripping wet.

• He had to scramble to find his keys before the taxi arrived.

• She scrambled into her coat and ran out the door.

How to Use scramble

scramble over (prepositional phrase)

To climb or move awkwardly over an obstacle. — "We had to scramble over the fallen tree."

scramble for (prepositional phrase)

To compete eagerly with others for something. — "The children scrambled for the last cookie."

scramble out of (prepositional phrase)

To move quickly and awkwardly out of a place or situation. — "He scrambled out of bed when the alarm rang."

scramble into (prepositional phrase)

To put on clothes quickly and awkwardly. — "She scrambled into her uniform before school."

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