Scramble

/ˈskɹæmbl̩/

noun

  1. A rush or hurry, especially making use of the limbs against a surface.

    a last-minute scramble to the finish line

  2. An emergency defensive air force mission to intercept attacking enemy aircraft.

  3. A motocross race.

verb

  1. To move hurriedly to a location, especially by using all limbs against a surface.

  2. To proceed to a location or an objective in a disorderly manner.

  3. (of food ingredients, usually including egg) To thoroughly combine and cook as a loose mass.

    I scrambled some eggs with spinach and cheese.

interjection

  1. Shouted when something desirable is thrown into a group of people who individually want that item, causing them to rush for it.

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