frantic
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In a frantic start, Ulster thought they got over again when Harry Sheridan went for the line but, in the humid conditions, he lost the ball forward when being tackled as he tried to ground.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
"For the families, this is really, really difficult. We hear from families who can't reach their loved ones on board ships and they're really frantic with worry."
From Barron's • May 9, 2026
“Kids were absolutely frantic because they wanted Michigan to be an option, but they didn’t want to apply early decision,” said Tara Dowling, an independent college consultant.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
But some key details remain unknown, including exactly what went down during those frantic seconds at the hotel and what motivated him.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
Chunks of turf were dug up as though by frantic hands.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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