scramble down

Frequency: 6.05.5 per million words

A difficult or hurried descent.

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Examples (10)

  • The hikers had to scramble down the steep hillside.
  • She quickly scrambled down the ladder to escape the fire.
  • Be careful not to slip as you scramble down those rocks.
  • They watched the children scramble down the embankment to reach the river.
  • After the accident, he managed to scramble down the wreckage.
  • We will need ropes to safely scramble down this cliff.
  • The little monkey scrambled down the tree trunk with surprising speed.
  • Don't try to scramble down that unstable slope; it's too dangerous.
  • He had to scramble down the narrow passage to retrieve his dropped keys.
  • If you want to reach the hidden beach, you'll have to scramble down a rocky path.