Synonyms

hurry-scurry

American

[hur-ee-skur-ee, huhr-ee-skuhr-ee] / ˈhɜr iˈskɜr i, ˈhʌr iˈskʌr i /

Or hurry-skurry

noun

headlong, disorderly haste; hurry and confusion.

adverb

with hurrying and scurrying.
confusedly; in a bustle.

adjective

characterized by headlong, disorderly flight or haste.

hurry-scurry British

adverb

in frantic haste

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adjective

hasty and disorderly

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noun

disordered haste

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verb

to rush about in confusion

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Etymology

Origin of hurry-scurry

First recorded in 1725–35

Example Sentences

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From the moment of Hunter's arrival until his departure, a state of panic, hurry, scurry and turmoil reigned.

From The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists by Tressell, Robert

All then was hurry, scurry, and scamper to get this second prodigy out.

From Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour by Surtees, Robert Smith

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hurry-scurry

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adverb

adjective

adverb

adjective

noun

verb

Etymology

Origin of hurry-scurry

Example Sentences

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