Definitions

scoot

[skoot] / skut /

VERB

hurry

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bolt dart dash hustle scamper scurry whiz zip

STRONG

accelerate expedite fly hasten move race run rush skedaddle speed split spur vamoose

WEAK

be quick beeline clear out get a move on go like lightning hurry up make haste make time make tracks move fast shake a leg step on it

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dawdle decelerate slow wait

STRONG

cease delay discourage dissuade halt hinder remain retard stay stop walk

Example Sentences

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Wilson, a veteran of Singapore Airlines’ budget carrier Scoot, was brought in as Air India’s CEO after the company was taken private by Tata Sons, linked to one of India’s largest conglomerates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

SIA and its low-cost airline, Scoot, carried 10.9 million passengers in the three months ended December, up 6.3% from a year ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

Singapore Airlines and its low-cost carrier Scoot have similarly cancelled some flights — though Singapore’s airport website shows that other flights to and from Bali have continued to run on Wednesday.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2024

Scoot Henderson had 30 points for the Blazers, who have lost four in a row and 14 of their last 16 with one game left.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 12, 2024

Scoot my foot into the door to kick it shut.

From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor

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