clambered

Example Sentences

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Its use exploded, and venture capitalists clambered to invest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

After about 25 minutes he clambered back aboard the ship, girding for another long voyage the rest of the way across the ocean.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

Coughing and spitting on the floor, Kolya clambered to his feet with difficulty.

From Barron's • Nov. 7, 2025

France clambered back from 33-0 down at half-time to get to 38-33 at the final whistle at Twickenham two years ago.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 2025

The griffin clambered onto the cushion next to Christopher and closed his eyes.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell