Meaning & use
scampered
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Moved quickly with short, light steps, especially to escape or in play.
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The mouse scampered under the fridge as soon as the light came on.
They scampered across the street just before the light changed.
A note on using this word
Same root as scamper; frequently paired with small, quick-moving creatures like mice, squirrels, or children.
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