scramble
verb (used without object)
to climb or move quickly using one's hands and feet, as down a rough incline.
has been scrambling
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present perfect progressiveof scramble (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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The EU has been scrambling to diversify its supply of critical raw materials, as it seeks to cut its dependence on the elements from China.
From Barron's ● May 22, 2026
The company has been scrambling for cash to keep its chapter 11 case going, negotiating for upfront payments from customers and hunting for other pockets of available cash.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 22, 2026
Meanwhile, the crypto market has been scrambling to recover from its biggest single-day liquidation in history on Oct.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 6, 2025
Hong, like many of his neighbors, has been scrambling to find a way to take a hot shower and cook dinner since the gas shutoff.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 2, 2024
He has been scrambling since to calm the outcry and halt the flight of advertisers.
From New York Times ● Jan. 22, 2024
