bolt

Example Sentences

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"I just realised like a bolt one night that our two grandchildren, who at that time were under one and nearly five, were in the same position that Claire was in," she said.

From BBC

I bolted down the stairs, threw open the door, and pulled her inside.

From Literature

Above us, Dad fought to keep the horses from breaking out and bolting.

From Literature

Miss Buckner bolted up from her seat and trained a finger at me.

From Literature

A nuts and bolts player, who has had a breakthrough.

From BBC