scrambles
Example Sentences
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He had no scrambles and just three yards rushing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026
Russia and China have also moved closer, with their navies and air forces conducting joint exercises in areas around Japan, promoting frequent scrambles by Japanese jets.
From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's government is planning to release thousands of prisoners early this October, as it scrambles to free up space in jails almost at 100% capacity.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
Its ability to sell a car online and deliver it hundreds or even thousands of miles away scrambles a system in which manufacturers judge dealers based on sales in geographic areas, Stanton said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 17, 2026
He scrambles to clear the pillows and blankets piled up on it.
From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
