darting

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Matt said the highlight of the experience would be the blue morpho butterfly from central America, "with iridescent blue wings, darting and flitting" around the space.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

In an interview with the online publication the Line of Best Fit, Mr. Picton describes it as a “Transatlantic” piece, darting between influences from the U.S. and U.K.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The Meta boss appeared in a dark suit and gray tie, his signature chestnut curls slightly mussed, darting occasional nervous looks at the jury and the 20-year-old plaintiff, who sat in the courtroom gallery.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

In January, he even sent a photographer stumbling on the red carpet after darting unexpectedly between his legs during a visit by Poland's president.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

“I’m Colin,” the boy said, before darting a glance up the stairs.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland