| 单词 | scramble |
| 例句 | At the base of the dark cave, the mini-chinchilla scrambles through the vine curtain. The Last Cuentista 2021-10-12T00:00:00Z Tad yelped and scrambled for the bag, which had landed not far from him. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Captain Moreo came scrambling across the deck, giving orders, and all around them the Storm Dancer burst into frenetic activity as King's Landing slid into view atop its three high hills. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z I hid it in the fridge like Agnes said to, so this morning for breakfast I scrambled it and Mom, Dad, and I each had two bites. Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer 2015-05-12T00:00:00Z The five of us scrambled into our places just as the Headmaster marched in, followed by the rest of the staff. Boy: Tales of a Childhood 1984-01-01T00:00:00Z He stumbled into the table and went face-first into Leo’s plate of scrambled eggs. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z The teenager fell and quickly scrambled to his feet before they climbed into the back of the van. Half of a Yellow Sun 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z I scrambled to get Otto and me in and arranged before he pushed off from shore. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z Worst, I sent two of ’em wobbling back into the water with their brains scrambled like eggs. Elijah of Buxton 2007-08-06T00:00:00Z When the road is blocked with fallen masonry from a collapsed building, Hamza scrambles over the scorched bricks. Without Refuge 2018-04-01T00:00:00Z Pantalaimon flew above Lyra’s head for a while until he tired of that, and then he became a little sure-footed mountain sheep, vain of his horns, leaping among rocks while Lyra scrambled laboriously alongside. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z I scramble out of my bed, through the open-air corridor, and into the back courtyard, guzzling the cool night breezes. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z In the final minutes of the game, the Fire scrambled to get some kind of shot, but they couldn’t find an opening. Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference 2009-04-21T00:00:00Z She felt herself scramble to her feet as if he had picked her up, and behind her the path was clear through the Wood. Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z Then he stood up, and I scrambled awkwardly to my feet. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z She reached the wall and scrambled up over it, scratching her fingers badly on the sharp stones but not caring. Shadowshaper 2015-06-30T00:00:00Z The afternoon was wearing away when they scrambled and stumbled into a fold that was wider and deeper than any they had yet met. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z She scrambled up the bed and jumped in beside Rose, pulling the older girl's arm over her like a comforter. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z John scrambled up, then wrapped himself around me like he thought I could keep him from falling off. Worth 1998-06-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet and came on, grunting and staggering and moaning, heading toward the spring. Old Yeller 1956-01-01T00:00:00Z She scrambled up onto the platform, clapping her hands over her head, Dr. Fanning lunging at but missing her as she escaped onto center stage. How the García Girls Lost Their Accents 1991-01-04T00:00:00Z Disgusted, she stalks away to battle her next opponent while I’m still scrambling to my feet. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z Sometimes they massed into a wall so thick that he had to scramble down to the water’s edge and wade to make further progress. A Single Shard 2001-04-23T00:00:00Z Reed wriggled sideways and scrambled to his feet, panting. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z Thousands of families had become separated in the mad scramble to escape the flames. The Great Fire 1995-04-01T00:00:00Z Farther across the meadows there was a mass scramble of bodies into a small pond. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z Moms hooks up these huge pots of pasta with meat sauce, or she’ll scramble eggs with potatoes and chorizo, like my grams showed her, roll everything in flour tortillas. We Were Here 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z “Look,” said a boy near the door, scrambling to his feet. Beyond the Bright Sea 2017-05-02T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet but kept his distance from Sumac’s large, angry beak. The Ugly One 2013-06-11T00:00:00Z Ignoring Mamá’s rule, the rest of the girls scrambled to their feet and ran to see where the enchanting voice was coming from. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z As he strode up the bank, she scrambled after him through the wet underbrush. The Witch of Blackbird Pond 1958-12-01T00:00:00Z Dad scrambles the eggs, Mom reads the paper. Things Not Seen 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Arms reached through the portrait hole to pull Harry and Ron inside, leaving Hermione to scramble in after them. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets 1998-07-02T00:00:00Z They eyed the wolves uncertainly, and when Summer returned to Hali's corpse to feed, Joseth dropped his knife and scrambled for the bush, heaving. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Harry scrambled around, trying to pick it all up before the dwarf started singing, causing something of a holdup in the corridor. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets 1998-07-02T00:00:00Z “Merry Christmas,” said Ron sleepily as Harry scrambled out of bed and pulled on his bathrobe. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z Isa swung open the door to their apartment, and together the five Vanderbeekers scrambled inside and let the door slam behind them. The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z But as I scrambled to my feet, the fishing pole got wedged somehow between the rail and crosstie. Cold Sassy Tree 1984-11-02T00:00:00Z Sliced hot dogs and scrambled eggs with some pepper. Free Lunch 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z He landed screaming in the dust, and then scrambling to his feet he ran to find refuge behind two of his coyotes. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z I see her scramble, but there’s no time. Five Feet Apart 2018-11-20T00:00:00Z Shae scrambled up first, pushing aside the tent flap and stumbling into the dim morning, pulling on her boots as she went. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z He looked at the metal lever in his hand, and scrambled to his feet. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z Hungrily they gathered round, pushing and scrambling like swine about the trough. Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z He digs into a pile of scrambled eggs. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z News seems to move faster than small boys can scramble and dart to tell it, faster than women can call it over the fences. The Pearl 1947-01-01T00:00:00Z The sellsword scrambled backward, checking each blow, stepping lithely over rock and root, his eyes never leaving his foe. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Ivy scrambled up, her ankle screaming at her as she scurried into a corner so Mom and Dad could get into the cellar. Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z I scrambled to second, stood on the base and shouted for the ball. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z When they were all gathered again by the fire, Ben scrambled some eggs and picked a few choice sprigs from the herb garden. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Between then and 4 A.M., he scrambles after every car that pulls in. Enrique's Journey 2006-02-21T00:00:00Z He scrambled up, apologizing while doing so, and he reached for his mother, pulling her out from under the other protestors who had fallen as well. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Then someone says something I don’t catch, but it makes the model smile and when he does, it’s like all his features shift and scramble into the most disordered face I’ve ever seen. I'll Give You the Sun 2014-09-16T00:00:00Z We scrambled after him, juggling the three poles and our catch bucket between us. The Season of Styx Malone 2018-10-16T00:00:00Z “What—?” Koffi scrambled away from the bowl in horror, not caring as more blood dripped down her arm to stain the beautiful rug. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z But that day wore on, and when afternoon faded towards evening they were still scrambling along the ridge and had found no way of escape. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z She scrambled forward onto the high, sloping ground above the wall. The Mysterious Benedict Society 2008-04-01T00:00:00Z On that July morning, her weekend bag already packed for Massachusetts, she was making scrambled eggs when the phone rang. Americanah 2013-05-14T00:00:00Z I would eat pumpkin spice scrambled eggs in the middle of October. The Serpent King 2016-03-08T00:00:00Z So too were the smells of chorizo and scrambled eggs. Breaking Through 2001-08-27T00:00:00Z The old man pointed out strengths and weaknesses whenever heroes met in classical battles, but warfare makes a scramble of the beautiful, slow old fights. The Woman Warrior 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z Hazel scrambled over to him as Leo brought the ship level. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z “But the task’s not till tonight!” said Harry, accidentally spilling scrambled eggs down his front, afraid he had mistaken the time. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z Emmett struggled and complained at first, but R.C. tightened his grip around Emmett’s neck, and he quieted down, half scrambling, half being dragged behind R.C. Mississippi Trial, 1955 2002-05-27T00:00:00Z “A word scramble, maybe? Open wild rat home...Rat fort belief...” Book Scavenger 2015-06-02T00:00:00Z I scrambled into my clothing and hurried downstairs. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z She did not believe herself, but she scrambled up onto the old stage, fingers sinking into the rotting wood as she pulled herself up. Coraline 2002-02-24T00:00:00Z Instantly his followers scrambled into the bushes as their Chief ripped the tapestry into shreds, his mighty claws rending and tearing as he roared madly: “It’s a fake, a copy, worthless trash. Aaaaaarrgh!” Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z Mrs. Malvolio blinked repeatedly and smiled blankly as her brain scrambled to come up with a suitable answer. The Smartest Kid in the Universe 2020-12-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled and upset the board and laughed at that. Their Eyes Were Watching God 1937-09-18T00:00:00Z The small children, alerted by the sound, came scrambling from everywhere. The Devil's Arithmetic 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z When we got to the house, Wynn was making scrambled eggs for dinner, and Nan sat at the kitchen table drinking a glass of juice. Hope Springs 2021-08-10T00:00:00Z They scrambled to a ridge and looked down the other side at a white Colonial house—May Castellan’s place. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z I wove back toward the river, scrambled down the river-bank wall, and found Daisy standing above my overturned canoe, holding a large jagged rock high above her head. Turtles All the Way Down 2017-10-10T00:00:00Z He’d unlock the door, and the two of us would fall into the shade, scrambling over each other to get to the TV remote first. King and the Dragonflies 2020-02-04T00:00:00Z I scramble out of Barbara’s tent and run smack into August. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z She pulled him up the slope, scrambling until they reached the top of the ridge. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z We head off along dirt paths etched into the sides of the hills beside the Péligre reservoir, and soon I’m scrambling up the eroded face of a cliff. Mountains Beyond Mountains 2013-04-13T00:00:00Z “Yes, out it came, and away ran Polly, frightened to death, and scrambled up on Aunt’s chair, calling out, ‘Catch her! Little Women 1868-01-01T00:00:00Z Half an hour later I scrambled up its frozen snout and began the long plod to the Thumb. Into the Wild 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z Alarm bells sounded on the Argo II. Hazel's friends scrambled on deck, manning the catapults. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z Gerald scrambled down from the table and ran to his hiding place behind the couch. Forged by Fire 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled out of the net and began a victory lap around the rink, tearing off my glove and holding one finger in the air. Tradition 2018-05-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled into the cockpits, took off, and scattered in every direction in the air—turning the Po-2s into difficult targets. A Thousand Sisters 2019-01-22T00:00:00Z Hafa scrambled out the window before we could say anything else. The Night Diary 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z The morning was passing towards noon, and still the Company wandered and scrambled in a barren country of red stones. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z While everyone else in SoCal was scrambling for water, Dove Canyon thought they had it made. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z He was spitting and sputtering, and another monkey, a green bracelet around its arm gleaming in the light, scrambled to it. When the Sea Turned to Silver 2016-10-04T00:00:00Z The old man behind the counter scrambled us some eggs. Adrift 1986-01-01T00:00:00Z Calvin jerked his head, and the boy in front of Alex scrambled to a different row. Eleven 2014-01-06T00:00:00Z He’d scramble after them, place them quickly back on their squares, and then play the black side. Endgame 2011-02-01T00:00:00Z And so we scramble to do what he says, because red-handed is red-handed, and this is martial law, and Jacqui’s motivational poster is truer than anything right now. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z Some of the other wildlings went scrambling for their own weapons. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Charlie Company scrambled to set up a perimeter to defend themselves. Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam 2018-04-10T00:00:00Z Then he shouted, “Yes! I see something!” and scrambled to his feet again. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z He gets up and hands me a can of peas—but it isn’t full of peas; it’s full of scrambled eggs. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z Three men scrambled down the stairs knee-deep in the water and pulled the boat close with long hooks. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Joon tilts his head back and then scrambles up on his feet. A Step from Heaven 2001-04-30T00:00:00Z A few, seeing that Grandma and Mary Alice were of the opposite sex, scrambled to hide themselves behind the others. A Long Way from Chicago 1998-09-01T00:00:00Z I hastened to scramble out of the hole I'd dug for myself. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z “I’m confused,” I mumbled, scrambling to figure out why. Red Kayak 2004-09-23T00:00:00Z Lamphere scrambled to find out everything he could about K. Fuchs. Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z The children scrambled out of their chairs, and the father shouted, “Voetsek!” A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z Instead of scrambling back through the brush, we decided we’d take the narrow path behind Horn Rock down to the main boathouse road. Tradition 2018-05-01T00:00:00Z Mother was scrubbing the remains of scrambled eggs out of the skillet. Among the Hidden 1998-03-01T00:00:00Z Otis scrambled back, his face slack with terror. The Mark of Athena 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z A chair toppled as the woman, half-dressed and in her stocking feet, scrambled breathlessly upon the bed. Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled into the open grass and looked about him. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z From around me came the sudden sounds of breath, and I realized we’d all been holding ours, then movement, as everyone scrambled to their feet. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z Tyrion scrambled to his feet as the rider turned to come back at them, hefting a spiked maul. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z I scramble to my feet, shift the clothes so they hide the posters, and slip on the orange bra and undies set I got for tonight. Odd One Out 2018-08-09T00:00:00Z They scrambled down the path to the stream at its bottom, frantically trying to get their bearings, but they had no idea which direction to turn. Ruby Holler 2002-02-01T00:00:00Z Taking one last lunge for the flag, Louie snagged the edge and fell to the pavement, tearing the banner down with him, then scrambled to his feet and ran like mad. Unbroken 2010-11-16T00:00:00Z I tried to read from my notes but the sentences were incomplete, scrambled. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z The ordeal lasted until morning when skinny women in sequined bodices served us scrambled eggs and bacon. Dreaming in Cuban 1992-01-01T00:00:00Z Caught unawares, the rest of us had to scramble to get behind our rocks before the fuse reached the powder. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z When they felt that, the rats would scramble out the back exit, past the sealed-off cave, emerge as noisily as possible in the blackberry bramble—indeed, show themselves—and dash off into the woods. Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH 1970-06-01T00:00:00Z I ducked away, my scalp smarting, and scrambled into the oregano bushes. When I Was Puerto Rican 1993-09-20T00:00:00Z You could hear them scrambling around inside the metal pot, scrabbling up to escape the steam. Homecoming 1981-01-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled for them and, clinging to the rickety railing, half-ran, half-fell down them, with the soldier hard upon my heels. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z They were scrambling in all directions except ours, like they were madly searching for something. The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z Then she sprayed a quick squirt at Samantha, who almost hurt herself trying to scramble inside her doghouse. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z “They might not understand me riding up with a . She scrambled to the ground. He grinned. “I hope to see thee before too much time is up,” he said. Lyddie 1991-02-01T00:00:00Z The new pain shattered my resolve, sent me scrambling away again. Kindred 1979-06-01T00:00:00Z But I was already scrambling down the lane. The Kite Runner 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled round the fire, squatted by Eric, and looked to see. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z When they reached the front, the children scrambled to find their places. Stella by Starlight 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z I tumble to the floor at the last stair, scrambling on all fours as I right myself. The Adoration of Jenna Fox 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z I dropped to my belly, Otto squealing at my back, and scrambled behind a ruined wall. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled on to the low parapet of the bridge. The Return of the King 1955-10-20T00:00:00Z Matt scrambled for the ear, but Tom put his foot on it. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Constance, of course, began to argue, but Kate had already completed the knot and begun scrambling up the rope. The Mysterious Benedict Society 2008-04-01T00:00:00Z By turning the rings, you could encrypt each plaintext letter with a different scrambled alphabet. The Woman All Spies Fear 2021-10-19T00:00:00Z Toby wasn’t sure how long they’d been sitting in front of the small white house when he woke up and scrambled out of the car to throw up. We'll Fly Away 2018-05-08T00:00:00Z “No,” I murmured, stunned, scrambling to understand what lifetime she was remembering. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z They dropped Harry; he hit the ground, slipped on the rock, and fell, grazing his arms, but scrambled back up, raising his wand and staring around. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z Other crew members scrambled about, tending lines, lifting crates, but the dark-haired boy wasn't there. Son 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z Lunch turned out to be a massive affair, with a thick soup, fresh rye bread, onion rolls, bagels, cream cheese, scrambled eggs, smoked salmon, and chocolate pudding. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z He did not belong to the bright landscape, he should be standing on the steps of a gaunt cathedral, his cloak flung back, while a beggar at his feet scrambled for gold coins. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z My heart feels lighter as I watch Connor scramble out of bed. The Sea in Winter 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z We scrambled after her in a pack, shivering in the crisp night air. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z Then she handed me a plate of scrambled eggs, made just for me. The Boy on the Wooden Box 2013-08-27T00:00:00Z She sets plates of steaming scrambled cheese eggs, French toast, golden hash brown rounds, and fried green tomatoes on the table. Fast Pitch 2021-08-31T00:00:00Z So a lot of people were already scrambling to fight the blaze, using garden hoses, buckets, empty Big Gulp cups, and whatever else they could find. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z Fidelito scrambled off the bed to the cheers of the rest of the boys. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Gum Baby managed to scramble back up to her perch on my shoulder, where she whispered other gruesome threats in my ear. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z The bony man was scrambling, trying to get to his feet. The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z She scrambled down between the painted stones of the hoverboard path, David struggling to keep up. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z There was a great scrambling and jostling as people separated, banged into each other, and ordered others out of their space. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z The men scrambled out the way, no one wishing to be crushed by a fallen king. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z Boy howdy, we scrambled out quick to grab those mules. Cold Sassy Tree 1984-11-02T00:00:00Z Everyone scrambled to their feet and squeezed into the hall in a panicked knot. Hollow City 2014-01-14T00:00:00Z Mark scrambled around and got onto his back, pressed his elbows against the ramp, then, with all his strength, kicked out with both feet, connecting against the man’s middle. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z In the falling dusk they scrambled out of the pit and slowly threaded their way through the dead land. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z We started scrambling up the hill toward where the fire was coming from. Fallen Angels 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z “I think migration scrambles the appetite,” Pilar says, helping herself to a candied yam. Dreaming in Cuban 1992-01-01T00:00:00Z Håkon scrambled backwards, dodging the light on the floor like it would burn him. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z They scrambled between the massive blue legs and flattened themselves in the mud, crawling as close as they could to his loincloth. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z They scrambled out of the bush and started down the hill. Fablehaven 2006-07-30T00:00:00Z So Kyril Montana lurched his car forward and hit the animal; it toppled over with a surprised squeal, scrambled quickly to its feet, and lumbered bluntly off the road. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Thankfully, the audience was still arguing heatedly among themselves, so nobody seemed to notice as they scrambled toward the door. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z One arm still raised, and following his every movement with a terrified eye, she scrambled to her feet and still crouching, still covering her head, made a dash for the bathroom. Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z It’s just one way to display syntax on a page, and not a particularly good one, with user-unfriendly features such as scrambled word order and arbitrary graphical conventions. The Sense of Style 2014-09-04T00:00:00Z Harry shook his head and applied himself to his scrambled eggs. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z Startled, he scrambled up again, only to start smiling as soon as he saw that two of the women were pointing their cameras at him. The Thief Lord 2002-09-01T00:00:00Z They stared at the woman scrambling over the rugged ground with her hairpins falling out, and opened the windows to hear what she was hollering about. Fannie Never Flinched 2016-11-21T00:00:00Z The waiters and diners in the Starlight Room fell over one another as they scrambled for safety. The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm 1994-04-01T00:00:00Z He scrambles across the room, fetches it from his bed, and drops it in my lap. The Running Dream 2011-01-11T00:00:00Z The organ player, a plump man who scrambled to keep up with the action on-screen, appeared relieved when the love scenes came. Dreaming in Cuban 1992-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled up the slopes, some of them slipping and falling. In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse 2015-11-10T00:00:00Z Lyra scrambled through, but Will stood still and looked into the eyes of his father’s ghost, brilliant in the shadows. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z His heart leaped into his throat, and he scrambled to his knees. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z “What the—” Jay scrambled up out of bed, his head bent down against the light. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z He scrambled as far up the young birch as he could go, and clung there, the slender trunk swaying under his weight. The Incredible Journey 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled through the hole in the fence and, dragging Marshall to hurry him up, they dashed for the main alley behind the Casa Rosada. The Egypt Game 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z Miles’s eyes glazed as they roamed over the scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, and orange juice on the table. Made You Up 2015-05-19T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his knees and looked through the hole, into the house. The Inquisitor's Tale 2016-09-27T00:00:00Z In his fright he scrambled over the safety barrier that had been put there to stop chimps drowning in the deep water beyond. My Life with the Chimpanzees 1988-03-01T00:00:00Z The spider scrambled to the cattle guard and disappeared between the bars. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z He scrambles out of the water, shaking each foot in dismay. The One and Only Ivan 2012-01-17T00:00:00Z I make us scrambled eggs with cheese, making sure the cheese is nice and melted before I turn off the heat. Liar & Spy 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z The greyhound scrambled out from under the table. The Inquisitor's Tale 2016-09-27T00:00:00Z Finn scrambled up out of bed to distract himself, so he wouldn’t have to dig his fists into his own eyes again. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z I scramble into bed and pull up the covers. All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel 1929-01-01T00:00:00Z The guy he’d tackled scrambled to his feet and came at the old man, kicked him in the ribs three times in a row. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z My brain scrambled for a hip-wiggling rhythm to force my heartbeat racing into joy. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z Weary, ill, and frazzled with the heat, Maria scrambled to gather and paint as many as she could, with Dorothea’s help. The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z Peeked up along the rock, saw down to where shells were bursting along the road, saw cooks and bakers scrambling to escape, horses and wagons wobbling away down the road. The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Alfred Sewell remembered the panic in the North Division: “Like an immense drove of panic-stricken sheep, the terrified mass ran, and rushed, and scrambled, and screamed through the streets. ...” The Great Fire 1995-04-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled a little way up into one of the larger of the bay-trees. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z Madge’s eyes laser burn me as she scrambles up from the floor and runs out of the cafeteria. Muffled 2020-10-27T00:00:00Z She scrambled higher until she was at the top of a huge boulder that leaned out over the clearing. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z Bo scrambled so quickly out of his sleeping bag that he nearly fell over his own hands. The Thief Lord 2002-09-01T00:00:00Z Its fur felt like icicles and it smelled like a dead animal, and Seven scrambled away from it as the cuco did the same in the opposite direction. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z Moss scrambled up the stairs after him, shoving his way past people he’d never interacted with before at school. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z He turned his back on her, and Sefia fell silent as sailors began scrambling into the rigging. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z I thought of the meager Inti Raymi meal the people back home would be scrambling to put together. The Ugly One 2013-06-11T00:00:00Z Victor somehow scrambled to his feet in the middle of his mudslide and lunged for it, flipping it with his foot. Tangerine 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z Hearing the men draw closer, I leaped up and scrambled around the corner of the mill. Crispin: The Cross of Lead 2002-06-01T00:00:00Z I failed to ask, when it gets going at a big speed, how do I scramble on without losing an arm or a leg? Beast Rider 2019-03-01T00:00:00Z I scramble from under the porch and hurry to the back door. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z Dad orders a sunny-side-up platter with whole wheat toast, and I order scrambled. Please Ignore Vera Dietz 2012-10-12T00:00:00Z Before another wave has a chance to flood the deck, I scramble for the captain’s dagger, then plunge it into the back of the head of the crestmare trying to bite him. Challenger Deep 2015-04-15T00:00:00Z I scramble to the edge of the wide moat that skirts the wall. The One and Only Ivan 2012-01-17T00:00:00Z Ten kids scrambled onto the field, bringing him the hat and ball. Maniac Magee 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z We scrambled down the stairs, through a corridor, and past a guard’s station—out into another block of prison cells. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z The scene would unlock with the quick, heavy thud of a body on a hood, then warp-speed into a scrambled collage of bent limbs and black pavement and broken glass. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z He scrambled quickly down the bank and found the rat nosing in the ditch. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z All they encountered were nesting birds and a few cats, who flew or scrambled out of their way in surprise. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z Boots scrambled after it and scooped it up. Gregor the Overlander 2003-09-01T00:00:00Z It was as if the C.O.’s words, the actual syllables he addressed to Milton, had been scrambled by the boys over in Intelligence. Middlesex: A Novel 2002-06-05T00:00:00Z There was a long wait, and the waiter had asked for a name: “Kennedy,” Bun said briskly, rocking back on his heels, and the next instant half the staff was scrambling to clear a table. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z Piper and Annabeth scrambled behind the chained statue of Ares, which still pulsed with a metallic heartbeat: thump, thump, thump. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z I scramble to shove the necklace down the front of my dress. The Belles 2018-02-06T00:00:00Z Another scramble in the chilly, damp morning followed. Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World 1998-11-17T00:00:00Z Then he wrung it out and handed it to Tree-ear, who scrambled up the bank and hung it on a strut to dry in the sun. A Single Shard 2001-04-23T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet and took a few trembling steps back for a better view, finding it hard to believe what his eyes were seeing. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z And so now she opened the spigots, shivering a little as the spiders scrambled, lost their footing, struggled momentarily in the hot water, and died, immediately bedraggled, soggy, long gone. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Toby started to scramble to his feet—he’d seen April in action before. The Egypt Game 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z Before Dad could scramble to his feet Shawn took off, leaping and howling and laughing, and Luke and Benjamin, now sure something was very wrong, chased after him. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z I scrambled to a little niche where a statue of the Virgencita was standing, and begging her pardon, I knocked her and her pedestal over. In the Time of the Butterflies 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z Heather and trees and bracken scrambled down and overhung the banks, or sprawled out over the surface. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z Gum Baby scrambled across my lap and flailed at my chest with both sticky hands. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z He scrambled back over the rails and jumped to the spot where Hen Wen was about to emerge, planning to seize her and hang on until Dallben and Coll arrived. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z She scrambled down the tree and ran to the front porch. The Heart is a Lonely Hunter 1940-07-29T00:00:00Z They came up, hand in hand, from the other side of the Wabash tracks and scrambled aboard the open platform at the back of the parlor car. A Long Way from Chicago 1998-09-01T00:00:00Z Noah scrambled up on scrawny legs and handed his paper to Ms. Bevelaqua. Ungifted 2012-08-21T00:00:00Z One dog knocked him to the ground, and a second bit Kyra on the leg as she scrambled up a hillside. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z His head scrambled, Colin crawled to the Archduke's obelisk, the only geographical location in the world that wasn't currently spinning. An Abundance of Katherines 2006-09-21T00:00:00Z But Finn caught a faster movement out of the corner of his eye: Rocky, Other-Emma, and Other-Finn on the floor behind him, all of them scrambling for the phone Natalie had dropped. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z Fern pushed the tines of her fork into her scrambled egg. Gone Crazy in Alabama 2015-04-21T00:00:00Z Leo and Percy scrambled to the left, ducking through a maze of walls that seemed to shift and turn on their own. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z The fire flared for an instant and then dropped, smoke and steam rising and disappearing in the air above the river, and the boys quieted, scrambling off the rocks toward the beach. Tradition 2018-05-01T00:00:00Z But desperate times call for desperate measures, and water managers are scrambling to keep the sky from completely falling. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z There are fluffy mounds of scrambled eggs, shiny sausage links, a bacon extravaganza. A Heart in a Body in the World 2018-09-18T00:00:00Z I yank an envirosuit off the hook and scramble to dress him. The Last Cuentista 2021-10-12T00:00:00Z Tally scrambled from the back of the cave, a flashlight in one hand. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z I reach, my fingers scrambling to catch it before it hits the patio. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z As she scrambled, blushing, to pick it up, she said, “I didn’t know you were—goodness—it’s lovely to see—how are you?” Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z The captain barks orders to scrambling crewmen, who disgorge from the main hatch like ants from a flooding anthill. Challenger Deep 2015-04-15T00:00:00Z I pulled out the long Japanese sword, and when I scrambled back around the corner of the pen nothing had changed except I was even more afraid. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z They all scrambled out of bed; Harry reached the dormitory door first, and they sprinted back down the staircase. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z But in the moonlight she could imagine people scrambling over flaming cars to escape the crumbling city, panicking in their flight from this untenable pile of metal and stone. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z That was where I fell into the water, there is the bank where I scrambled up. Cat's Eye 1988-09-01T00:00:00Z Then he got in himself and helped his wife scramble up. Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z People all around them scrambled out of the way, backing down the corridor. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z I scrape my fork against the scrambled eggs. Starfish 2017-09-26T00:00:00Z She scrambled over to the couch, dropping her bag on the floor and curling up next to him. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Before Felix could react, Fadi used his legs to flip Ike to the ground and scrambled on top of the redhead’s stomach. Shooting Kabul 2010-06-22T00:00:00Z He scrambles to his feet as I pull out a dagger of my own. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z And then he must’ve recognized me because he gave a shout, slammed down the whiskey bottle, and began to scramble toward me. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z All six of them now wore their flight space suits, in case they had to scramble for an emergency takeoff in the MAV. The Martian 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z I elbowed Marcus in the face and scrambled to my feet, pulling up my pants and sprinting toward the flashing lights and laughter and nauseating smell of popcorn. We Are the Ants 2016-01-19T00:00:00Z The people ahead of us had made a path in the grass with their running, so we followed that, but sometimes we had to scramble through thorny bushes that scratched as we passed. Lost Boy, Lost Girl 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z He hit the wall, smacking his head, and scrambled to stand. Strange the Dreamer 2017-03-28T00:00:00Z My mind scrambles for a joke, but I can only think of a riddle. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z Gum Baby scrambled up to her perch on my shoulder to look, and she gasped. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z How could her husband be so calm when every branch of the armed forces was scrambling? Zeitoun 2009-07-15T00:00:00Z Drenched pirates shouted and hoisted and scrambled, but there was nothing to be done. Beauty Queens 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z I liked the idea of being in charge of one thing rather than two, of not having my brain scrambled by the competing narratives of home and work. Becoming 2018-11-13T00:00:00Z Gerald fixed Angel a scrambled egg and gave her some juice. Forged by Fire 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z The Dauntless traitors aren't holding lethal guns, only ones that shoot whatever it is they shot at us before, so they all scramble for their real guns. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z Moss had leaned his bike up against the side of the car and scrambled to claim the spot next to Esperanza. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Reading for me is like when I drop something and my fingers scramble to catch it and just when I think I’ve got it, I don’t. Fish in a Tree 2015-02-05T00:00:00Z Pima didn’t sound convinced, but her next words were interrupted by Lucky Girl scrambling back up out of the greenery and vines. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z Harry scrambled to his feet, so happy he felt as though a large balloon was swelling inside him. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z Grace felt like she was scrambling to stay ahead of a tornado. Far from the Tree 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z A small dark shape flipped across the sand behind him, and I tried not to look at Gum Baby as she scrambled up John Henry’s shoulder. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet and shoved aside a desk. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Alice cried, and stumbled up and fell across the thwart and half out of the canoe and then scrambled up and was gone after them. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z Stella and Jojo couldn’t scramble out to join the others fast enough. Stella by Starlight 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z She handed him a plate full of scrambled eggs and bacon. Among the Hidden 1998-03-01T00:00:00Z She was looking up at the ceiling when I came in, listening to the scrambling and pattering of feet scurrying across the asbestos tiles overhead. The Wednesday Wars 2007-05-21T00:00:00Z “Oh. Um...nothing,” Ivy said, scrambling to her feet and righting the lantern. Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z I missed my room, my bed, Phil’s scrambled eggs, and even Gay’s chicken nuggets. Three Little Words: A Memoir 2007-12-27T00:00:00Z She jumped down and hopped over the line of shells, then scrambled for the door. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Ucho realized this, for he scrambled off just before the Handsome One landed next to me. The Ugly One 2013-06-11T00:00:00Z With a final scramble down a rocky incline, they came to the island shore. The Mysterious Benedict Society 2008-04-01T00:00:00Z Everyone scrambles to their seats, but I’m still lying on the imaginary train tracks. Fish in a Tree 2015-02-05T00:00:00Z He leaped up from the floor and scrambled out the door, where the guard clamped a brawny hand on his arm and led him off. Hoot 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Instead, it used stepping switches, electronic devices that scrambled the message in baffling ways. The Woman All Spies Fear 2021-10-19T00:00:00Z I scrambled to pick up the scattered wool that hadn’t blown away and placed it back inside the basket. The Ugly One 2013-06-11T00:00:00Z “What a nuisance he is,” I said aloud, and I scrambled up the rocks after him, pretending to myself I did not want to go to the other beach. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z They went through chilly forests of spruce and fir, and scrambled over rock faces. The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge 2018-09-25T00:00:00Z They scrambled off to join to fight Silena took a heavy, painful breath. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z Soup and scrambled eggs and hot marmalade pie were yet to come. Slaughterhouse-Five 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z We pull into Mama’s usual spot, and I scramble out before Baba even cuts the engine. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z Needles scrambled to gather his stuff, his yarn and needles, and ran to catch up. When I Was the Greatest 2014-01-07T00:00:00Z Rufus chains his bike to a parking meter and I follow him inside the fairly empty café, immediately smelling scrambled eggs and French toast. They Both Die at the End 2017-09-05T00:00:00Z Jazz's eyes lit up, and her smile spread wide as she scrambled through Doris's mountain of Tupperware, searching for the perfect bowl. When I Was the Greatest 2014-01-07T00:00:00Z Instead, she took a note to the porter’s lodge at Jordan College and went home to make herself some scrambled eggs. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z I scramble to follow him, my heart pounding again with a mix of fear and nervousness. Amina's Voice 2017-03-14T00:00:00Z He abandoned the starlight and scrambled down the dark steepness, shouting like the enraged Aeneas until he fell against the door, which did not yield. Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy 2004-05-24T00:00:00Z Then he set off as fast as he could, scrambling down the rocks, the cup clutched to his chest. Beowulf: A New Telling 1968-01-01T00:00:00Z Genie scrambled after him, trying to step easy, but dang, that hill was steep. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z She scrambled under the fence, abandoning her grain bag and spear. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z “I think I’m going to make some scrambled eggs,” he said. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z The train had started and I waited for it to pass before I scrambled back up to get my bedroll, which got stuck in some bushes about halfway down. Life Is So Good 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Safer’s mom is at an all-day wedding and Saturday is his dad’s busiest day at driving school, so Safer makes scrambled eggs for lunch and keeps his promise to teach me how. Liar & Spy 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z They scrambled into the common room and collapsed, trembling, into armchairs. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z I doubted Mrs. could cook like Big Ma, but I knew she could scramble some eggs and fry bacon without burning them. P.S. Be Eleven 2013-05-21T00:00:00Z Jay made a sound like a growling dog as he scrambled up and ran at me. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z He went back to the driver’s side and stood over Rock, who had tried to scramble around but still had one leg hanging out the window. Lawn Boy 2007-06-12T00:00:00Z The man lay on the floor for a moment, then scrambled to his feet and ran to the door. Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z This time he jumped from the chair and scrambled as far from the bed as possible, knocking over the lamp on the table; it landed with the crash of broken glass. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z San Martín scrambled to the door to see that the blast from the mortar pistol had turned his car into a bonfire. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z There was a wild scramble for the rear door, as the men, Bear among them, raced to get out. Crispin: The Cross of Lead 2002-06-01T00:00:00Z I heard the dog’s handler shout in surprise and then scramble down the ramp, pulling his yelping dog along with him. Hollow City 2014-01-14T00:00:00Z Cats scrambled through the garbage cans that stood in front of some of the houses, and the sidewalks were strewn with old newspapers, ice cream and candy wrappers, worn cardboard cartons, and torn paper bags. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z He scrambled for the nearest hatch, praying that he wasn’t about to run into another lot of half-men, and dove through. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z He felt the hole behind him and scrambled into it sideways, still facing his enemy. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z She held Chestnutt, and Gum Baby scrambled up into my hoodie. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z He scrambles to his feet, treading Persian rug. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z Headlines scatter and reassemble—the animated ink scrambling—as she turns the pages too quickly. The Belles 2018-02-06T00:00:00Z However, the children had always told Mr. Popper that the act was all the funnier for all this pushing and scrambling, and Mr. Popper supposed it was. Mr. Popper's Penguins 1938-09-01T00:00:00Z She scrambles in her purse, finds a bottle of something so pink it looks like you could eat it. The Help 2009-02-10T00:00:00Z My family scrambles to set up our encampment in the field near an abandoned hut. First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z “How about some scrambled eggs?” my mother asked. Flush 2005-09-13T00:00:00Z My hands scramble for the hammer at my belt. Warcross 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z She got out, scrambled awkwardly down, before he could help her, clutching the umbrella. Absalom, Absalom! 1936-01-01T00:00:00Z There’s the new guy, crouched in my old spot, scrambling with his rag. X: A Novel 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z The other families in our flat scrambled to give the Nazi officer everything they had squirreled away: little bits of jewelry, a pocket watch, a handful of zloty. Prisoner B-3087 2013-03-01T00:00:00Z He found order in a scramble of clues and, as one author put it, “turned brutal crimes—the vestiges of the beast in man—into intellectual puzzles.” Killers of the Flower Moon 2017-04-18T00:00:00Z He scrambled up and saw the snake outlined against the landing light: It struck, and Hermione dived aside with a shriek; her deflected curse hit the curtained window, which shattered. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z So she scrambled up behind Tony and made him cling to the long stiff fur, and Pantalaimon sat inside her hood, warm and close and full of pity. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z That morning, we had scrambled eggs spiced with pine bark, which came from the sticks we used to stir them. The Wednesday Wars 2007-05-21T00:00:00Z Finally, I could let go of the kid, and he scrambled up through the mud and weeds like a wet cat breaking frantic from a bathtub. 100 Sideways Miles 2014-09-02T00:00:00Z Ryan scrambles after me, and I pretend to know the constellations, pointing them out and making up stories about each one. All The Bright Places 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z Resolutely, Luke stuck his fork in the pile of scrambled eggs on his plate and took a bite. Among the Hidden 1998-03-01T00:00:00Z Booth scrambled to center stage, turned to the audience, and stood up straight. Chasing Lincoln's Killer 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z We turned and ran, scrambling under the fence. The Lions of Little Rock 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Stella scrambled to the side of the road just as they reached her. Stella by Starlight 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z Those who still had legs were scrambling in all directions, running for their lives. How Dare the Sun Rise 2017-05-16T00:00:00Z I just burst into tears and scrambled under the bed the three of us shared. Everything Sad Is Untrue 2020-08-25T00:00:00Z Nailer scrambled out of the water, praying that he hadn’t made a mistake. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z And then she reads my mother's letter slowly while Hope and I sit at the kitchen table, cheese grits near gone, scrambled eggs leaving yellow dots in our bowls. Brown Girl Dreaming 2014-08-28T00:00:00Z George let go of the stick and scrambled up a tree, climbing as high as he could go. I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 2010-06-01T00:00:00Z Pycelle shrieked and wet the bed, urine spraying in all directions as he tried to scramble back out of reach. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z Onto the beach I scrambled, gaining speed as I ran past the bass stands and up the lane. Beyond the Bright Sea 2017-05-02T00:00:00Z He scrambled for the ladder, praying that he wasn’t about to run into more crew. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled over the white split rail fence and carefully picked my way past the sharpened stakes of the interior fence. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z My hand scrambles to my pocket, but the gun is not there. X: A Novel 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z Here’s an opening phrase that leaves the sentence scrambled. Woe Is I 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z While Antaeus cursed and flailed, I scrambled around the chains, swinging and cutting like I was some kind of crazed monkey. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z My ears ring, and my feet scramble for stability on the dead guard’s hack. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z Thomas scrambled to his feet and joined the other two in a group hug, almost delirious. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z He had left his father and was trying to scramble up the base of the Abbey wall with the small dagger clenched in his teeth. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z Put one after another, Alfred, panting, huffing, low steps but hundreds of them, thousands of them in the darkness, the stairs so steep he sometimes fell to all fours, scrambling higher, past the sign, DR. The Contender 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z Neither of them noticed the ferret scrambling up the roof of Mrs. Asher's car. A Tangle of Knots 2013-02-05T00:00:00Z Not like his friend, Asher, who talked too fast and mixed things up, scrambling words and phrases until they were barely recognizable and often very funny. The Giver 1993-04-01T00:00:00Z The FBI agents scrambled and made phone calls. The Smartest Kid in the Universe 2020-12-01T00:00:00Z I lowered the sail and scrambled out of the skiff, towing it into the shallows, where Osh stepped out and hoisted the dripping basket onto his shoulder. Beyond the Bright Sea 2017-05-02T00:00:00Z Slowly, incredulously, she raised her head; and then she was scrambling out of her chair, craning to see. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z He saw a few more students scrambling out of different parts of the building, and he was certain he saw someone climbing out of a window on the first floor. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Men tired of waiting scrambled off the backs of the lorries. Atonement 2001-09-20T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet and sprinted forward. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z I scrambled out the window, and then turned back to watch as Margo leaned over the desk and calmly shook the spray paint. Paper Towns 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z I scramble to my feet, saying “Excuse me” loudly so the other people in the carriage will hear, but there’s hardly anyone in here and no one looks around. The Girl on the Train 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z Olga scrambled up, gathered her things, and ran home to listen to her own radio. A Thousand Sisters 2019-01-22T00:00:00Z They fled deeper into the jungle, scrambling through mud and stumbling over thick cypress roots. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled back up the bank to the bridge’s abutment. 100 Sideways Miles 2014-09-02T00:00:00Z The four children and their parents all scrambled after him. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory 1964-09-12T00:00:00Z The creaking of branches, the steady flow of the river, the quiet scramble of small animals foraging in the undergrowth. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z She fixed me breakfast—scrambled eggs and Cream of Wheat—and fed me, one spoonful at a time. Out of My Mind 2010-03-09T00:00:00Z Dulled by wine and lethargy, my reflexes were sluggish, but I scrambled off the couch and stumbled into the kitchen. We Are the Ants 2016-01-19T00:00:00Z I scrambled onto a boulder and looked down at the horizon as far as I could see. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z The heifer was scrambling to her feet in a cloud of dust and looking like she didn’t know any more about what had happened than I did. Old Yeller 1956-01-01T00:00:00Z It only took Werfel two minutes of scrambling in his wardrobe to dress himself in fine robes, a scholar’s hood, and fur. The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge 2018-09-25T00:00:00Z The winged centipede spiraled out the door above the other scrambling creatures. Fablehaven 2006-07-30T00:00:00Z The woman yelped when one of the rescuers grabbed her with both hands and yanked her off of Thomas, who recovered his wits and scrambled to his feet. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z I scrambled to my feet and headed for the house, with Susie carrying Doc behind me. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z I ran for the bed and scrambled onto the middle of it, breathing hard. The Secret Life of Bees 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z A wave of frantic, frustrated frogs, big ones, little ones, brown ones, green ones, men frogs and women frogs, a wave of them broke over the bank, crawled, leaped, scrambled. Cannery Row 1945-01-01T00:00:00Z We scrambled to fall in with the others. Between Shades of Gray 2011-03-22T00:00:00Z We’d duck our heads and then scramble across the porch to man the opposite rail. Cheaper by the Dozen 1948-01-01T00:00:00Z Stuart scrambled nimbly up to the top of the stack of books and jumped for the button on the bell. Stuart Little 1945-10-17T00:00:00Z The four of them scrambled for cover, each taking shelter behind a different tree or bush, as two men walked into the forest. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z So did Lord Bertulf, who fell flat on his face and tried to scramble to the back of the dais. The Inquisitor's Tale 2016-09-27T00:00:00Z I fix my eyes on a shell-hole; the moment the light dies I scurry over into it, grope farther, spring into the next, duck down, scramble onward. All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel 1929-01-01T00:00:00Z The hobbits scrambled down a steep green bank and plunged into the thick trees below. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z Jason scrambled backwards, not fast enough, but his ventus proved a useful filter. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z I scrambled to keep up with the others as we moved at a quick pace toward the Fourteenth Street side of Central High. Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet, and unhooking the sheep hide from the table, emptied its contents into an earthen bowl. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z His mouth fell open, and he wiped one last tear away before he scrambled to his feet. Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z She turned back to the attacking dinoriders, shotgun raised, while Magdalys scrambled in the bag, pulled out a little paper packet, and then held up the gun with trembling hands. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z Nailer scrambled a little farther into the duct, ripping more staples, hurriedly yanking extra copper loose. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z Zack is sitting at the kitchen table eating scrambled eggs when I walk in the back door. A Mango-Shaped Space 2003-04-16T00:00:00Z Big guy jumped off me and started scrambling, and I ran after him and hit him straight across the teeth. When I Was the Greatest 2014-01-07T00:00:00Z At the breakfast table, the boys ate scrambled eggs and steak, sitting silently, their eyes seeing nothing and no one. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics 2014-05-27T00:00:00Z “Ahhh ...” He scrambled out and stood in the morning sun and stretched his back muscles and his sore leg. Hatchet 1987-01-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled to hook the net while Ma brought Dimple around to pull it. Worth 1998-06-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled from the bower and seized my cloak as if to flee. Ophelia 2006-10-31T00:00:00Z Her mom was making scrambled eggs and toast. The Lemonade War 2007-04-23T00:00:00Z Then we were scrambling to the hatch and sprinting down and down the endless seesawing staircase, hopeless that we could reach the cage before it sank but hysterical to try to anyway. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z “Tell your men to stand down,” I shout, scrambling out of his grasp. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z “W — what?” said Harry, scrambling to his feet. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z Johnson came over to where I was trying to down some scrambled eggs before the flying bugs got them. Fallen Angels 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z Mom’s big on traditional breakfast, so there’s sausage, toast, and scrambled eggs, plus orange juice and milk. The Running Dream 2011-01-11T00:00:00Z Instantly Judith was out of bed with Kit scrambling after her. The Witch of Blackbird Pond 1958-12-01T00:00:00Z By slowly feeling her way around—and scrambling back onto shore when a large wave came through—Nhamo staked out a sizable area where the water reached no higher than her chest. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z They ducked under barbed-wire fences and scrambled in and out of ditches that crisscrossed beneath the freeways, ever aware of the frightening, oceanlike roaring over their heads. Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z There were too many of them to fight, so I pedaled at them and then jumped off my bike and scrambled out of the street light and up the hillside. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z Paganini scrambled up from his prone position and hopped to the piano. The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z With a few strokes Frodo brought the boat back to the bank, and Sam was able to scramble out, wet as a water-rat. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z They turned in its direction and scrambled up the difficult slippery rocks, sliding back at each step almost as far as they’d gone forward. The Phantom Tollbooth 1961-09-01T00:00:00Z “How could I have forgotten how much I love scrambled eggs?” Liar & Spy 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z Storey might well have given up entirely, except that all around him he saw fellow newspapermen scrambling to rent space and find type and paper. The Great Fire 1995-04-01T00:00:00Z On they went through the holler, stumbling, tripping, falling, scrambling. Ruby Holler 2002-02-01T00:00:00Z He scrambles from beneath the desk and stands to pull them up, but his head throbs so intensely, he stumbles. Dear Martin 2017-10-17T00:00:00Z When she got to the other side, she scrambled up a rock and picked off a leech that had managed to fasten onto her ankle. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z Her half-grown daughters scrambled about trying to catch them, while their mother moaned and held the underside of her stomach. Song of Solomon 1977-01-01T00:00:00Z She watched in fear as people leaped and scrambled up the net. Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam 2018-04-10T00:00:00Z The cannoneer came thundering down the steps, but I scrambled faster than he and ran for the rear door. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z They'd scramble through the underbrush into the cave, shaking and out of breath, clapping their hands over each other's mouths to muffle their laughter. The Contender 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z As Hagen came scrambling down the watchtower steps, a wolfling’s arrow caught him in the belly and sent him plunging headfirst to the ground. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Farther up the hill, the gorgons were scrambling over the roof of the apartment complex. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z He scrambled up, and ran on, and this time, the crow only hovered above, though not very high up, and still following him, but silently, and no longer attempting to swoop down. I'm the King of the Castle 1970-09-03T00:00:00Z He scrambled to the west side of the summit. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z Somewhat recovered, Otto took to the branches while I scrambled through the overgrowth, making sure to shuffle my feet so I wouldn’t step on any wasp nests or vipers or millipedes. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z The children scrambled out of the car and Dicey led them across the highway to the woodsy patch where she had hidden the night before. Homecoming 1981-01-01T00:00:00Z Like a limber animal the tyke scrambled from chair to tabletop, and from the tabletop she climbed to the top of the chest. Gathering Blue 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z “I call shotgun,” Grandma said as we scrambled to the car. Lawn Boy 2007-06-12T00:00:00Z The baby scrambled up the road with surprising speed. Willodeen 2021-09-07T00:00:00Z Both nations scrambled to build more missiles and to devise clever, and lethal, ways of launching them at the enemy. Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z I scramble to my feet and lunge for the door. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z He saw a huge ship in a dry dock, workers scrambling to finish the hull, a guy with a blowtorch welding a bronze dragon figurehead to the prow. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z They dropped tools and knocked over half-finished projects as they scrambled around. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z And eight people have to scramble back up to the attic. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z She scrambles out of the car and slams the door closed, backing away from me. The Help 2009-02-10T00:00:00Z During my brief, panicked scramble outside, I saw that Pathfinder was right where I left it, and the debris didn't reach that far out. The Martian 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled back down the slope and walked through the tall grasses till I got to the edge of the trees. Life Is So Good 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Charlotte, watching her chance, scrambled out of the crate and climbed a post to the under side of the roof. Charlotte's Web 1952-10-15T00:00:00Z I scrambled up and picked handfuls of capulfs, then leaned over to hand them to her, and she made a little pile of berries at the base of the tree. The Queen of Water 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z If the children were out of control, Donald Nation would walk from one end of the room to the other, waving a strap from left to right as the children scrambled back to their places. Outliers 2008-11-18T00:00:00Z Then I feel something hot spreading through my left arm, and I see blood and my feet scramble on the floor, searching for traction. Allegiant 2013-10-22T00:00:00Z Three kids from Roy’s grade got on the bus and, upon spotting Dana, wisely scrambled for seats up front. Hoot 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Dismay scrambled for my lap, bobbling the kitchen table on his back. Each Little Bird That Sings 2005-03-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled inside and pulled the tarp over me, hoping no one had seen me. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z The wind gusted; Miyax scrambled through the low door and slid into her sleeping skin. Julie of the Wolves 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z All night the three companions scrambled in this bony land, climbing to the crest of the first and tallest ridge, and down again into the darkness of a deep winding valley on the other side. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z My legs ached, after the unaccustomed scramble over the rocks. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z I wanted something nice because there was still a chance my brain looked more like scrambled eggs than a honeycomb. Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z I manage to scramble to my feet and continue sprinting up her arm. Warcross 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z Sadna leaped back over a mossy log and scrambled for footing. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled to my feet, hung my pajamas on a peg, pulled on my visitation dress, and slipped on my funeral shoes. Each Little Bird That Sings 2005-03-01T00:00:00Z We started scrambling to the choppers, fighting off any ARVNs that tried to get on before us. Fallen Angels 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z “Pathetic,” he said, his shadow falling over her as she flipped onto her back, scrambling away before he could get closer. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z He scrambled beneath me, making angry sounds and striking my face as he tried to use the bar. Invisible Man 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z He would have given half his fortune, if he had one, for a nice piece of raw, red meat, instead of the usual breast of chicken or scrambled eggs with asparagus. Mary Poppins 1962-10-27T00:00:00Z We listened for the scrambling of two large rats. The Wednesday Wars 2007-05-21T00:00:00Z I scramble up and look at the door. Paper Towns 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z Will Solace and the other Apollo campers scrambled around, caring for the wounded. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z Yossarian scrambled frantically through the first-aid kit in search of morphine again and found only Milo’s note and a bottle of aspirin. Catch-22 1961-11-10T00:00:00Z He began scrambling up the wooden pegs nailed to the side of the tree, his back muscles working like a panther’s. A Separate Peace 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z We scrambled to the end of the pier. The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z The man, no longer the focus of their fury, scrambles away, not caring about his BMW or his water; he just wants to get out of this alive. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z After a long scramble through the rocks, Shay broke the silence. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z We laughed our heads off as we went scrambling to catch toffees. Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet and peered shortsightedly down the trail, his tail curving his hindquarters from side to side in welcome. The Incredible Journey 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z My heart sank and I scrambled to think of something to say, but I couldn’t. Wish 2016-08-30T00:00:00Z And then, because we notice that Lolo is puzzling over which way to open the folding chairs, Lena, Hannah, and I scramble to our feet to help him with the rest. Merci Suárez Changes Gears 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z I scramble up the ladder to the deck. Blood on the River 2006-05-04T00:00:00Z Gum Baby leaped to her feet and scrambled to the top of my head. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z I scrambled down the rocks and slipped into the pool. My Side of the Mountain 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled down to it, and began to cross it. The Return of the King 1955-10-20T00:00:00Z Before I could scramble away, a strong hand took my arm and pulled me to my feet. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z The place was quiet, nearly deserted but for some last- minute shoppers—almost all middle-aged women—scrambling for an odd or end to complete Thanksgiving dinner. Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Without warning Archer dropped the spyglass and scrambled backward. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z While the rest of the players scrambled around like puppies, this kid was a statue, hands poised waist high, eyes glued to the coach’s bat. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z It seemed to take forever, Gladers pushing and scrambling their way up the three stairs and into the seats. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z Pima scrambled up on a boulder, peering through the foliage. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z Joe scrambled back in the car with his boots and pulled them on, jamming his jeans inside. Miracles on Maple Hill 1956-08-01T00:00:00Z Then the boats were pushed into the water, and while they bobbed about we scrambled into them as best we could. Island of the Blue Dolphins 1960-01-01T00:00:00Z He scrambles to his feet and makes a break for the door, refusing to turn around when they call out after him. Dear Martin 2017-10-17T00:00:00Z He was scrambling back onto the chest of drawers when Uncle Vernon hammered on the unlocked door — and it crashed open. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets 1998-07-02T00:00:00Z “He quite possibly saved both you and Emilia. Emilia also scrambled to Ingrid. I saw it. He stopped her too.” Salt to the Sea 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z Even so, I was happy to see it scramble away and plop into the water. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z Hanging on to each boy by the scruff of the neck, the highwaymen scrambled out of sight below the embankment. The Whipping Boy 1986-04-01T00:00:00Z We scramble to the top of the escarpment. On the Far Side of the Mountain 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z When the hash browns were done, she scrambled a few eggs in the pan and spread the cooked food across two plates. Here to Stay 2018-09-08T00:00:00Z Jared’s scrambling up from the floor with a split lip and a swelling eye, and Blake is on his hands and knees with blood pouring out of his nose and onto the carpet. Dear Martin 2017-10-17T00:00:00Z After a tasty breakfast of scrambled eggs, bacon, and toast, made by Mom, and tea and hot cocoa with marshmallows, made by Dad, I headed back to my room. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z Lyra was scrambling toward the man from behind, with the loose rope in her hand. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z Our Company Commander scrambles in and reports that two dug-outs are gone. All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel 1929-01-01T00:00:00Z He scrambles to his feet while I get to mine. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z I didn’t even have to think about it for a full second before I nodded, scrambled up onto the back bumper, and then leaned over, quickly spraying a gigantic M all across the roof. Paper Towns 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z “I’m just saying: Maybe scrambled eggs are ghettoized, but they’re also special. They have a place and a time, like church does.” The Fault in Our Stars 2012-01-10T00:00:00Z Before I scrambled up to my spot, Miig put his pouch around my neck. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z She turned and marched inside the bathhouse where I had retreated, sending naked miners scrambling for towels. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z She threw down her book, rose from the stale comfort of the old brown sofa, and scrambled for the door. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z While Scott was scrambling for his hat, Evan said, "Just hang here for a minute, okay?" and set off down the street. The Lemonade War 2007-04-23T00:00:00Z Pale bodies—human bodies, but mangled, arms bent at odd angles, too-wide mouths with needle teeth, empty eye sockets—topple into my bedroom, one after the other, and scramble to their feet, scramble toward me. Divergent 2011-04-25T00:00:00Z Half hauled, half scrambling, Frodo came up and threw himself on the ground. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z He yanks himself free and scrambles for his chinos. Red, White & Royal Blue 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z He scrambled down the side of the bluff and trotted to the edge of the lake, looking down into the water. Hatchet 1987-01-01T00:00:00Z They had no fuel nor any means of making torches; in the desperate scramble at the doors many things had been left behind. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z Connor drops, scrambling to retrieve the fallen candies before Jack can reach him. The Sea in Winter 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z Not looking back for fear of what he might see, Seth scrambled to his feet and dashed along the path. Fablehaven 2006-07-30T00:00:00Z When he was almost to the other side he dove onto the bank and scrambled up, grabbing at the brush for balance. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z The SS officers laughed at them and hit them with clubs while the Jews scrambled in the mud for their dinner. Prisoner B-3087 2013-03-01T00:00:00Z Conor kept moving forward, people scrambling to get out of his way. A Monster Calls 2011-05-05T00:00:00Z Boss suddenly leaps out of the water like a crazed dolphin, his arms slamming onto the back of the boat as he begins to frantically scramble on board. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Rolling over, then scrambling to his feet, Cole ran toward the trees, but they offered no protection. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z I scramble around, digging through chunks of tile slick with blood, shuddering when I encounter bits of warm flesh. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z I scramble off the tiles, out the door, and across the hall to his room. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z When he rolled off me, I scrambled free. Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z The third, a little girl dressed in something long and light colored, was allowed to fall to the ground and scramble away, ignored by the men. Kindred 1979-06-01T00:00:00Z I sat up and grabbed his sleeve, scrambling back into the hallway and pulling him with me. Ella Enchanted 1998-09-01T00:00:00Z Of course he is, Lain, you idiot I scramble for the note from the Commandant, hoping the smith thinks my comment is the result of being a dim-witted Scholar rat. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z Whenever she lived with us in America, she would scramble to put on her head scarf if a male relative entered the house. Americanized 2018-02-08T00:00:00Z Sefia scrambled away into the trees, dirt flying from beneath her hands and feet. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z The crowd swarmed away in a panic, people screaming and scrambling to escape the gunshots, and what had been merely confusion deteriorated into total chaos. Hollow City 2014-01-14T00:00:00Z I waited a brief moment until she swung her leg up, then I slung my travelsack over my shoulder and scrambled up the side of the massive stone. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z Hungry as he was, he couldn’t eat much of Vernell’s breakfast, so he pushed the scrambled eggs, hominy, fried apples around in the plate, gulped coffee and talked a lot. Song of Solomon 1977-01-01T00:00:00Z Jethro scrambled down the ladder and ran out into the yard. Across Five Aprils 1964-01-01T00:00:00Z Trembling, I lay flat on my back for a moment, then scrambled for the light. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet, searched the floor around him for a weapon. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z The short robber scrambled out the window without another word. Fever 1793 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z “You could scramble onto one of the fishing boats. But if you fell on the sea side, you might get sucked under.” Black Swan Green 2006-04-10T00:00:00Z She dropped, her whole body stuttering against the wall as she scrambled for purchase. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z They clambered up the paths that the mountain sheep and goats made, and then they scrambled up rocks until they were high in the mountain. Norse Mythology 2017-02-07T00:00:00Z The next thing she knew she was crawling, scrambling uphill on all fours like a dog as the good folks of King’s Landing made way for her, laughing and jeering and applauding her. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Luke was scrambling toward me to put his leg in when I heard an echo of my mother’s voice. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z The bow dips low from its weight, and crewmen scream and scramble. Challenger Deep 2015-04-15T00:00:00Z Chickens squawked and scrambled, but the driver was careful to move the car slowly, to give anything a chance to move. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z He scrambled through corridors made topsy-turvy by the ship’s cant. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z "Gold," he repeated, scrambling backward like a crab, "more gold than you'll see here in a lifetime. Enough to buy land, women, horses . . . you could be a lord. Lord Mord." A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Taylor tried to lead the way, but many of the girls ran scattershot for the forbidding jungle, scrambling over brambles, scraping their tender flesh against the prickly trunks of the palms. Beauty Queens 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z Aided by a twenty-five-yard scramble on third down by Winchell and an interference penalty against Carter, it moved down to the Carter 14 with four seconds left before the half. Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z Lyra barged open the door, dragged her rickety chair to the window, flung wide the casement, and scrambled out. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z Its hooves scrambled and slipped against the floor, and it fell down, its neck still pouring into the painting, and that was when Jam decided it couldn’t be that dangerous. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z “It’s embarrassing that we all just walk through life blindly accepting that scrambled eggs are fundamentally associated with mornings.” The Fault in Our Stars 2012-01-10T00:00:00Z Little children scrambled for the pieces on the ground. The Bluest Eye 1970-01-01T00:00:00Z All the good thoughts—the normal ones, the ones that have occasionally surfaced since last fall—scramble out the front of my brain in terror of what lives in my neck and spine. It’s Kind of a Funny Story 2006-04-02T00:00:00Z Inside the clock tower, the legions of Clock Watchers scrambled, panicked. The Last Last-Day-of-Summer 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z The man scrambled to his feet and jumped for his bike. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z Kate had just climbed over the gunwale, with Rhonda and Number Two scrambling in after her, when Sticky pointed and cried, “He’s getting away!” The Mysterious Benedict Society 2008-04-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled away and almost fell over the kitchen table, because her eyes—her eyes were glowing green. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z A long, shrill whistle blew, and the jackhammer men scrambled quickly to the tops of their lines. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics 2014-05-27T00:00:00Z She scrambled out of her sleeping bag and breathed deeply. Ruby Holler 2002-02-01T00:00:00Z A silver platter zoomed toward her and hit the wall to her left, splattering scrambled eggs. The Mark of Athena 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z He scrambled out of bed, pulled on his trousers and shirt, and scuttled downstairs. Carry On, Mr. Bowditch 1955-01-01T00:00:00Z His eyes glanced up at the lid of the trunk, waiting for it to pop open so that he could scramble out. Shooting Kabul 2010-06-22T00:00:00Z But the pantiled ridges were hard to walk on, and the first ones scrambled up on hands and knees, their wild eyes never leaving Will’s face. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z Kelton gets down on one knee to help him, but the preppy kid scrambles back and points with his working arm. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z Walter scrambles across the floor, crablike, and grabs the knife from behind the trunk. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z Papa said, “You’re going to see a scramble as soon as we round that bend.” Where the Red Fern Grows 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z Ash woke up suddenly and scrambled onto her knees, blinking rapidly. Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z He bleats, falling, flopping over with a jerk too quick for the eye, and bleats again, scrambling, sliding toward the ledge-side. Grendel 1971-01-01T00:00:00Z She shrieks, and then scrambles to her feet, bent over. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z He was scrambling up a gentle incline on hands and knees. I, Robot 1950-12-02T00:00:00Z But when they hit the ground, you could read the panic in their eyes as they tried to scramble out from under those hooves. Life Is So Good 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z She scrambled out of the box and ran to her little brother. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z “Wash!” she called as she scrambled down to the edge of the river. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z “How could you leave me?” she cried out loud, scrambling up onto her feet. Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z In the mornings their chirping was interrupted by the sharp trill of the commander’s whistle, a voice shouting “Fall in, fall in!” and the running and scrambling of men and boys. Half of a Yellow Sun 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z Mother and Miss Grybas scrambled to make room for her lying next to the bald man. Between Shades of Gray 2011-03-22T00:00:00Z I scramble to cover his mouth, but David jumps off the porch swing. Rules 2006-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled across the road, still crouching a bit in case there was anyone left shooting. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z I scrambled over a giant trunk slick with moss, and the path took a sharp turn. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z Gaily sprawled across the floor, then scrambled to stand up, struggling to get his hands and feet under him. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z With the government fallen, hostile soldiers would be scrambling over the countryside. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z She starts toward me again, so I scramble to my feet and try to put aside the pain in my shoulder. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z He watched sourly, an unlit cigar clamped between his teeth, as I scrambled aboard an inch ahead of the closing doors. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z “How about some scrambled eggs?” my mother asked. Flush 2005-09-13T00:00:00Z Back we go, avalanching rocks as we scramble up the shaley streambed and arrive at the embankment where we had seen an ear of corn. On the Far Side of the Mountain 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z Ahead of them all the way, the harpy scrambled heavily, her wings dragging, her claws scratching, silent and grim. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z Once I reached the laundry room, I scrambled up the ladder and flipped the circuit breaker switch twice. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z How long I scramble along dodging the fireballs I can't say, but the attacks finally begin to abate. The Hunger Games 2008-09-14T00:00:00Z It walked along the stable to the furthest stall, where it lay down in the dry straw, and the star scrambled off its back, dripping and miserable. Stardust 1998-10-01T00:00:00Z Such news sent many scrambling for their bamboo poles. A Single Shard 2001-04-23T00:00:00Z I scrambled for my things, and with my boots clutched against my chest I padded after him. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z Mom made scrambled eggs, which I usually love, but she’d burned them. P.S. I Miss You 2017-09-26T00:00:00Z Several protesters had fallen to the ground, and two came crawling toward me, scrambling to get out of the way. The Rock and the River 2009-01-06T00:00:00Z Next El Patron put his gnarled old hand on Matt’s head and said, How I scrambled for the coins the mayor threw me! The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z It was a hellhound—a black mastiff with its front paws up on the buffet line and its muzzle buried in the scrambled eggs. The Sea of Monsters 2006-04-01T00:00:00Z We had all scrambled to hold cups and containers out of the little slot to catch the rainwater. Between Shades of Gray 2011-03-22T00:00:00Z On Thursday, when Hannah brought Eva her fried tomatoes and soft scrambled eggs with the white left out for good luck, she mentioned her dream of the wedding in the red dress. Sula 1973-11-01T00:00:00Z Right next to the pancakes is a plate of perfectly crispy bacon, and Sneaky’s mom is scrambling eggs at the stove. Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero 2020-08-18T00:00:00Z “Yes!” we said in unison, and scrambled to our feet. Monday's Not Coming 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Hazel and Leo scrambled into the tunnel, which seemed to be the only one free of monsters. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z He was poking at the scrambled eggs on his plate and listening to the radio buzzing with old-school music. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z I scramble over and open it up, gasping once my eyes land on what’s inside. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z Then Mrs. Bessermann screams for scrambled eggs, and I wonder if Mr. Krajewska is sitting on the other side of the wall. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z But I accidentally kicked the lid as I scrambled in, and it fell shut. The Lions of Little Rock 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Whatever had scrambled to this higher ground when the lake formed was here forever. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z "What do you think? Of course I can. January twelfth, three years ago. Hard to forget a day that totally scrambles your life, don't you think?" Things Not Seen 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled a noisy “good evenin’” and left their mouths setting open and their ears full of hope. Their Eyes Were Watching God 1937-09-18T00:00:00Z In a few bounds, the cat scrambled up a tree. The Old Willis Place 2004-09-20T00:00:00Z He tossed it back lightly to the boy, who dropped it and went scrambling for it under the bed. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z I scramble to my feet, riffling through my closet for a clean skirt and pulling off my nightgown without even asking for the privacy I usually demand while changing. Girl in the Blue Coat 2016-04-05T00:00:00Z Nat scrambled into his clothes and hurried downstairs and out of the house. Carry On, Mr. Bowditch 1955-01-01T00:00:00Z Claire scrambled over the smoldering pile of debris and made it to the street. The Great Fire 1995-04-01T00:00:00Z She fought to stay on the roof, her feet scrambling against the wood to slow herself down. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z To him, the words on the page were a scramble of codes, indecipherable, mysterious. The Kite Runner 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z Behind them—after a quick bit of grumbling—the five clansmen followed on their under-size garrons, scrawny things that looked like ponies and scrambled up rock walls like goats. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z A soldier was already moving through the room throwing out bags of what he called katapan to eat, and everybody scrambled madly. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z We scrambled out into the dark and cold. Winger 2013-05-14T00:00:00Z Toby scrambled between the two seats and spent a solid two minutes trying to find and buckle the seat belt before Lily reached across him to help. We'll Fly Away 2018-05-08T00:00:00Z But when the day is done and everyone files out for their buses, I think for a moment of the scramble at the end of the day at the Khushal School. Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z Theresa scrambles after him, trying to tuck his chubby little legs back in the blanket. Al Capone Does My Shirts 2004-01-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled up the fence, which bowed and shimmied under my weight. The Season of Styx Malone 2018-10-16T00:00:00Z I lay back in the pirogue, Otto scrambling on top of me, happy for some full body contact. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z A woman from down the street said, “Come back! Where are you going? Ebe ka I na-eje?” but she ignored them both and scrambled out of the bunker. Half of a Yellow Sun 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z I dropped the beers and scrambled up the ladder to the main deck. Hole in My Life 2002-03-26T00:00:00Z They were forced by the soldiers to scramble down the high gravel embankment, and the slippery stones slid away underfoot. The Devil's Arithmetic 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z We half dropped, half laid him on the ground, but he scrambled onto his hands and knees and rounded his back, fighting to get some air into his lungs. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z The Air Ministry was in a panic in August 1939, scrambling for women to do radio work as it dawned on them how many men they’d need to do the flying. Code Name Verity 2012-05-15T00:00:00Z Like a mouse, I scrambled for a hiding place, but I need not have bothered. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z He was barely aware of Jorge’s departure, but the instant the door closed the boys scrambled off their beds and clustered around Matt. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z At this all the china and cutlery scrambled down off the table, the doth emptied the crumbs out of the window, and the napkins folded themselves up. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z My mom makes scrambled eggs with bacon and cheese. Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish 2018-08-21T00:00:00Z She made a pot of fresh coffee, some toast, and scrambled a couple of eggs. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z The train stops and the girl is scrambling to get her illustrated tote bag together. They Both Die at the End 2017-09-05T00:00:00Z Cinder scrambled to his feet and staggered a half dozen steps toward the fire. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z While the roosters shrieked, the hens scrambled helter-skelter, commenting shrilly on the action: they clucked hysterically; they cackled obscenely; sometimes their alarmed voices were like machine guns. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled down the slippery bank to the place where a boulder, large enough to stand on, jutted out. Messenger 2004-04-26T00:00:00Z Hazel and Frank scrambled back as he pressed his palm against the mirror and melted it into a puddle of bronze goo. The Mark of Athena 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z When we stopped to let Fang off, the roving-eye boys were right there, idling behind us, and they were already parked solidly in front of our place when we scrambled out of the car. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z I scrambled out of bed, threw my clothes and shoes on, and followed my brother. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z If I cracked an egg over it, I could have shaken scrambled eggs out of my curls. Darius the Great Is Not Okay 2018-08-28T00:00:00Z She scrambled through the woods, breathing so hard she couldn’t muster the air to cry for help. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z She threw my arm from her shoulders, knocked my face from her hair and scrambled to her feet. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z She scrambled over a section of broken wall and came to the crest of the hill. The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z And then Pima was dragging him up into the trees, scrambling through the whipping branches and the roar of the storm. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z Harry yelled, scrambling away from the elf so fast he almost fell out of bed. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z I scramble for a foothold, but the undercurrent’s too strong. The Last Cuentista 2021-10-12T00:00:00Z Luke stormed out the door, Thalia and Annabeth scrambling after him. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z People were pushing or scrambling to get a better view, so the four of them stopped where they were. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z I hung down off the edge and dropped quietly to the ground, scrambling under the train. Between Shades of Gray 2011-03-22T00:00:00Z I watch him scramble up the beach, then the bluff, with his head down, shoulders hunched, thinking about Clark Gable knows what. I'll Give You the Sun 2014-09-16T00:00:00Z Instead, his face breaking into the first smile he had worn for days, he scrambled out of his chair, crouched down by the hearth, and said, “Sirius — how’re you doing?” Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z Werner can hear the Austrians two floors up scrambling, reloading, and the receding screams of both shells as they hurtle above the ocean, already two or three miles away. All the Light We Cannot See 2014-05-06T00:00:00Z She slapped a hand over her mouth and scrambled backward till she was pressed against the planks. Bone Gap 2015-03-03T00:00:00Z A shell banged open with a stupendous clout right beside his ear as he was scrambling back toward the front, and some undestroyed recess of his intelligence wondered that it did not kill them all. Catch-22 1961-11-10T00:00:00Z My smile will be welcoming, my mind frantic as I scramble through the past, trying to locate their names. Cat's Eye 1988-09-01T00:00:00Z I scramble to it and reach up to help her. On the Far Side of the Mountain 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z I daresay it is only a rat scrambling along the rafters of the adjoining schoolroom: it was a barn before I had it repaired and altered, and barns are generally haunted by rats.—To proceed. Jane Eyre 1847-10-16T00:00:00Z When the bell rings, I scramble out the door as fast as I can. Dumplin' 2015-09-15T00:00:00Z I sit there thinking the secret to good scrambled eggs was probably the one true thing Safer ever told me. Liar & Spy 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z Up until then she’d been thinking that the fence was too high to look over—and they couldn’t have seen very much while they were scrambling over it. The Egypt Game 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z He heard her scramble over and she loomed into his sight. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z But as we gather in Regatta Park and help ourselves to scrambled eggs, orange juice, and bagels, I realize something. The Running Dream 2011-01-11T00:00:00Z In the dusty cloud behind them, Riker scrambled to his feet, clutching his wounded shoulder. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z Next morning when I got to Grandpa’s, Miss Love had already fried a chicken for our picnic and was serving up fried ham, grits, scrambled eggs, and hot biscuits. Cold Sassy Tree 1984-11-02T00:00:00Z She tried to trip him with her hand as he scrambled to his feet and scratched an excruciating chunk out of his ankle. Catch-22 1961-11-10T00:00:00Z Newt and Alby scrambled out of the Box after her, then forced their way through to the girl’s lifeless body, the crowd re-forming behind to cut them off from Thomas’s view. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z Ranofer dodged a kick and scrambled to his feet, shrinking back against the wall. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z Further, she had had a strange feeling in her right side ever since a man had pushed her into a railing as they scrambled for seats on the IRT line. 145th Street: Short Stories 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z I went back up the hill and in a few minutes was cooking myself a dinner of canned ham, cornmeal cakes, peas, and scrambled eggs. Z for Zachariah 1976-07-29T00:00:00Z Crazy Horse saw warriors scrambling up the western slope. In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse 2015-11-10T00:00:00Z The humbler gallows had rungs on them, like the footholds on telegraph poles, so that the executioners could scramble up and down. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z He could not scramble up this mass of uneven rocks. Son 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z Did Cecilia really think that in this situation they could sit together and still have an appetite for scrambled eggs? Atonement 2001-09-20T00:00:00Z The knight scrambled up, edging away with such alacrity that some of the watchers laughed aloud. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z I sped toward the sound, tripping over ruts and roots but always scrambling ahead, sometimes on all fours, pushing against the ground with my knuckles. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z Just after the Hauptsturmführer left me last night there was an air raid and everybody scrambled to the shelters as usual. Code Name Verity 2012-05-15T00:00:00Z I heard a loud cry and scrambling sounds as Anastasia returned to her nest. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z Helmuth scrambles to his feet, out of the room, and down the hall. The Boy Who Dared 2008-02-01T00:00:00Z Adina scrambled to her feet and followed the faded glitter of Taylor’s gown into the jungle. Beauty Queens 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z Sand shifted out from under our feet as Smitty and I tried to scramble up the steep slope. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z I can’t chew very well, so I mostly get soft foods like scrambled eggs or oatmeal or applesauce. Out of My Mind 2010-03-09T00:00:00Z As soon as they do, I scramble up the ladder and onto the next landing on the fire escape. The Sky at Our Feet 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z Pedestrians would come scrambling from side streets and children would ask their parents to lift them onto their shoulders. Cheaper by the Dozen 1948-01-01T00:00:00Z Mark was stunned at the abrupt change—he scrambled out from underneath a couple of people who were staring at Trina, almost transfixed. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Unless I want scrambled egg Hot Pockets this morning, I have to get to the cereal before Justin does. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z He scrambled easily onto the first low branch and balanced there. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z When Blake was sure that no one was watching, he scrambled up the ladder and dropped to the ground on the other side. Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z Jasper scrambled up the rocks immediately, glancing back at me, one ear blown back against his head, giving him an odd rakish appearance. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z “This could very well be the people who left her behind. And they sound like they’ve got scrambled eggs for brains. Now try not to make any noises, would ya?” The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Marly saw their looks saying “why not?” and scrambled out for her own boots, using the tramped places Joe had made. Miracles on Maple Hill 1956-08-01T00:00:00Z Her face hit the water, and she scrambled up and back, gasping for air as she tried to claw her way out of the mud. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z He’d scrambled over the embankment and was running around and barking, usual stuff. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z And the next day, and the day after that, Ess scrambled down from the bed each morning and immediately began to tug at the blankets, squealing when they toppled over onto her head. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Mark scrambled to stand up as he lunged forward, finally slamming his shoulder into the man’s gut. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Without hesitation, but only after numerous false starts, she finally succeeded in scrambling back to an upright position. In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson 1984-10-12T00:00:00Z Up the hillside to join them, scrambling over the sharp slopes. Nectar in a Sieve 1954-01-01T00:00:00Z “Up then.” said Digory. heaving her on to Fledge’s back and then scrambling up as quickly as he could. The Magician's Nephew 1955-05-02T00:00:00Z For Fred and George had just scrambled over the backs of their seats and were standing in front of Ludo Bagman with broad grins on their faces, their hands outstretched. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z First there were the Gamemakers, making me their star and then scrambling to recover from that handful of poisonous berries. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z And to complicate matters, there were eggs: scrambled, poached, over easy, sunny-side up. Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures 2013-09-24T00:00:00Z It was like we were playing musical chairs, with everyone scrambling to get a seat. Auggie & Me 2015-07-20T00:00:00Z My eyes darted from tree to rock to creek to fern while I scrambled to figure out what to say next. Wish 2016-08-30T00:00:00Z “I need to rest,” she announces, and scrambles up the stairs two at a time, shuts her bedroom door, and thrusts her fingers into the miniature city. All the Light We Cannot See 2014-05-06T00:00:00Z She could hear the raucous, scrambled world inside his head. The God of Small Things 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z I stood there unable to move as my sisters looked by the cove wall, as my brothers scrambled to see what lay behind pieces of driftwood. The Joy Luck Club 1989-01-01T00:00:00Z “I want you to take the bike back to where you got it,” I replied, scrambling to my feet. Doing Time Online 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z We were awakened and scrambled to the ladders. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z Cursing, Bernabe stumbled through heaps of mud and refuse in order to get a closer shot, but the raven scrambled frantically away. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z As he skittered along the soil, he scrambled to stay on his back, pressing his coarse palms into the ground to avoid turning over and having his face dragged through the dirt and rocks. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z He came back at last to the stone door of the orc-passage, and still unable to discover the catch or bolt that held it, he scrambled over as before and dropped softly to the ground. The Return of the King 1955-10-20T00:00:00Z I had now scrambled outside the tent—and could see others running through the lanes between companies, screaming and making signs of utmost alarm in the gloaming. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z There was a scramble to buy our animals. Life of Pi 2001-09-01T00:00:00Z The corpuscule scrambled to its feet, took two steps, and then dropped. Shadowshaper 2015-06-30T00:00:00Z Now, he had scrambled over the third gate, and he was in the field next to the one that belonged to Warings. I'm the King of the Castle 1970-09-03T00:00:00Z Once I nearly fell, but I caught myself with my hands and scrambled on. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z I scramble to get the backpack off my shoulders. The Sky at Our Feet 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z Lord, it scrambles my brain all the way up. On the Come Up 2019-02-05T00:00:00Z The knight scrambled along the ground toward him, and threw his arms round his thighs. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z We pause for a quick breakfast and scramble to get dressed for the main event. Linked 2021-07-20T00:00:00Z Furious, she turned and gave chase—despite the bear’s lolloping gait, it can move at up to thirty-five miles an hour—and the two boys scrambled up trees. A Walk in the Woods 1997-11-01T00:00:00Z I scramble to my knees and pull it off over my head. Everything, Everything 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z Our structures had been discovered and uprooted; those who were not captured were scrambling to stay one step ahead of the enemy. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z When the bell rang, everybody scrambled to line up. Wish 2016-08-30T00:00:00Z She took it from him as Alfhercht got him to his feet, and the three of them limped out of the arena, scrambling into the long, dark hallway. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z As quickly as they could they scrambled off the beaten way and up into the deep heather and bilberry brushwood on the slopes above, until they came to a small patch of thick-growing hazels. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z A mob of rats had scrambled through the fence to catch Basil, but it was like trying to catch smoke upon the wind. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z Two women with three small children emerged from behind an oil drum near the truck and scrambled onto the back of the truck. Shooting Kabul 2010-06-22T00:00:00Z He had toast and oatmeal, scrambled eggs with chorizo sausage, a plastic mug of orange juice, a strip of cold bacon. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Kids in the quad were shouting—people were scrambling—and a few of them were screaming, “Fight! Fight!” A Very Large Expanse of Sea 2018-10-16T00:00:00Z A sudden rush of excitement filled the bus as everyone scrambled against the windows. The Red Umbrella 2010-04-25T00:00:00Z The ship wandered from island to island—there were about eighteen in all—and Darwin ventured ashore, scrambling through the pumice, collecting birds, plants, and lizards. The Gene 2016-06-02T00:00:00Z And then—though everything starts to blur now in my mind—she lunged away from him into the closet, away from his grabbing hands, scrambling for something high on a shelf. The Secret Life of Bees 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet and tried to keep it from spilling on the floor with his hands. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z I fumbled at the handle trying to get the door open and scrambled out of the car. Ghost 2016-08-30T00:00:00Z Everyone scrambled backward as a huge soldier stepped out of the explosion. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z He scrambled past him, pressing him against the side of the ditch. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z She searched her pockets, scrambling for anything metal. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z The guys in the Hermes cabin were scrambling around in a panic, stashing dirty laundry under their beds and accusing each other of taking stuff. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z And mutants in the very first steps of embryogenesis were nearly impossible to capture alive since the embryos, with scrambled heads and tails, died instantly. The Gene 2016-06-02T00:00:00Z Nailer scrambled around the shack, looking for possessions to salvage. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z And then, as the cat gained on me, I broke into a mad run, scrambled up the back steps, slammed shut the back door that led through the laundry room to the house. How the García Girls Lost Their Accents 1991-01-04T00:00:00Z They offer scrambled eggs or a bowl of chicken soup. Enrique's Journey 2006-02-21T00:00:00Z Before she could scramble up, she heard the door being bolted behind her. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled to my feet and was immediately on my knees in front of the urn. Each Little Bird That Sings 2005-03-01T00:00:00Z My heart skipped a beat, and I scrambled to the foot of the bed with the flashlight clutched in both of my shaking hands. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z They made it to the car and scrambled up onto it. I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 2011-04-01T00:00:00Z They were just beginning to scramble out, when suddenly they heard what they had all been dreading: hoofs on the road ahead. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet and crept in the direction of the sound. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z The boy, dripping with blood and water, scrambled up the muddy shore next to them. Copper Sun 2006-01-01T00:00:00Z Hie next time the image was whole, I scrambled to the button and slammed it with my hand. We Are the Ants 2016-01-19T00:00:00Z Luna scrambled to her feet, keeping her knees bent in a low crouch. The Girl Who Drank the Moon 2016-08-09T00:00:00Z She scrambled to her feet, still half asleep, and saw the tail end of her horse disappearing through the trees. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z They waited in silence, until the sound of scrambling feet came across the rocks. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z Have you ever had the science of exactly what happens during the process of making scrambled eggs explained to you, in great detail? Things Not Seen 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled behind a woodpile at the far end of the clearing and breathed quiet. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z Once Alyce and Will took the calves upon their shoulders and scrambled from the pit, so too did Tansy, not willing to stay alone in that hard, dark, and calfless place. The Midwife's Apprentice 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z Like scrambled isn’t the way Axel feels seeing him here this morning. A Bird Will Soar 2021-10-19T00:00:00Z I scrambled to find something else which might provide a tighter bond. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z And it was weird at first, especially since the inside of the fried crab looked like scrambled eggs. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z V scrambled to the window, where she could just make out the chameleon, tossing his two blue suitcases into the back of his pickup truck. A Tangle of Knots 2013-02-05T00:00:00Z Liam had ordered each of us a simple meal of scrambled eggs, bacon, and two pancakes without syrup. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z I scrambled after the stuff on my hands and knees. Fourth Grade Rats 1991-01-01T00:00:00Z With some distance between him and them, the boys scrambled to their feet, on guard. The Last Last-Day-of-Summer 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z The bald man suddenly scrambled up, climbed the inside wall of the truck, and jumped out. Between Shades of Gray 2011-03-22T00:00:00Z I see a raven by the side of the road, picking at a porcupine that’s been run over by a car, its quills like a huge burr, its guts pink and scrambled like eggs. Cat's Eye 1988-09-01T00:00:00Z Zola scrambles over the fence and up the hill and peers in through the straggly wire fencing. The Unfinished Angel 2009-09-22T00:00:00Z “Your Majesty,” he said as Pinmei scrambled to her feet, “we have a favor to ask you.” When the Sea Turned to Silver 2016-10-04T00:00:00Z I was overjoyed; I did not even mind when I discovered that the gold pieces I had scrambled for were brass pocket tokens advertising a certain make of automobile. Invisible Man 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z Cole scrambled and slipped along the edge of the stream toward camp. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z They went down in a wild, roaring tangle of twisting bodies and scrambling feet and slashing fangs. Old Yeller 1956-01-01T00:00:00Z Sometimes a party would come for beer and scrambled eggs and spend five or ten dollars. The Heart is a Lonely Hunter 1940-07-29T00:00:00Z She dropped her pot, scrambled up the frost heave and stretched out on her stomach. Julie of the Wolves 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z The goshawk brushes me with her wing as I throw my legs over the escarpment and scramble down to our camp. On the Far Side of the Mountain 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled away to the line of trees and dropped down, slipping behind the same large oak as before for cover. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z He was scrambling away from the creature, but it was moving faster now. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z While the Soviet government was scrambling to launch the enormous rescue effort for their heroic women pilots, an event of global significance was going on without them in western Europe. A Thousand Sisters 2019-01-22T00:00:00Z Malcolm shouted to Alice, and scrambled over to seize the painter of the canoe and drag it down over the grass to the water’s edge. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z Mom was always scrambling out the door in a hurry to get somewhere else, away from us. Keep It Together, Keiko Carter 2020-05-05T00:00:00Z On all fours he scrambled up the formal staircase to the second floor. Middlesex: A Novel 2002-06-05T00:00:00Z As he scrambles up from his seat, she pulls a gold necklace with a small pendant from somewhere within the depths of the lacquered box and lays it neatly to the side. Clean Getaway 2020-01-07T00:00:00Z Kimberly, fluttery and ardent, would ask how his day was, scrambling to please, as though she could not quite believe that he had again come home to her. Americanah 2013-05-14T00:00:00Z Tens of thousands of people scrambled for their lives, became trapped and confused; most figured out how to escape, but scores of people perished in dead-end streets. The Great Fire 1995-04-01T00:00:00Z “We had to scramble, but we made it. The city manager was able to pull some strings for us.” The Parker Inheritance 2018-03-27T00:00:00Z Following Fiver, he scrambled up the lumps and shelves of peat to the overhang of gravelly earth and thin grass that topped them. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z Then his head suddenly came out into the air and he found himself scrambling ashore, out on to smooth grassy ground at the edge of a pool. The Magician's Nephew 1955-05-02T00:00:00Z I leapt off the couch as the tray launched open again, and I scrambled over to the DVD player. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z While the train gains speed everybody rushes for the ladders and scrambles for a safe place where they cannot be grabbed and forced back from their goal of El Norte. Beast Rider 2019-03-01T00:00:00Z As I scrambled to my feet, I looked back to see the brigade of attacking mothers within striking distance, shouting about how they weren’t going to have me in school with their kids. Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z He gave me his oxygen bottle, and we quickly scrambled over to the South Summit. Into Thin Air 1996-08-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled toward Frank’s position, pushing and hacking monsters out of their way until they stood shoulder to shoulder with the comrades, arranging themselves in a square formation. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z Rather I should say I scrambled at the side of the massive stone. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z Before he could get away, I scrambled up and jumped on his back. Tangerine 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z It was more of a stampede than a scramble. Where the Red Fern Grows 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z Mom and Connor come join us at our table, where I am now nibbling along the edge of my Danish, while Jack shovels scrambled eggs into his mouth like his life depends on it. The Sea in Winter 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z Taisin screamed; she scrambled back as the force of his blows caused the coach to sway. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z All according to Jon Krakauer, who after sensing the doom brewing, scrambled back to his tent for his own safety and survival. Into Thin Air 1996-08-01T00:00:00Z Old prisoners scrambled for the upper tier, the more desirable, since heat rises. The Left Hand of Darkness 1969-03-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled back onto the float, still seared by what he had said. A Separate Peace 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z At last the way to the top looked like a scramble over pink rock, with no more plunging through darkness. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z Charlie whined and pouted but grabbed the chess piece, scrambled off the bed, and hurried out the door. Made You Up 2015-05-19T00:00:00Z Finally we scrambled over the embankment to the shore, and I let out a loud whistle. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z In a scramble in a women’s shoe store, somehow he’d grabbed five shoes, all of them for left feet! The Autobiography of Malcolm X 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z The hills lost their straw color and blackened under the water, and the winter streams scrambled noisily down the canyons. The Red Pony 1937-01-01T00:00:00Z Fear had a way of scrambling his brain. Counting by 7s 2013-08-29T00:00:00Z Gary and I shot each other a nervous glance and both started talking at once, scrambling to bring her back from wherever she was going. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks 2010-02-02T00:00:00Z She gathered the sheets up to her neck and scrambled backward so fast that her shoulder blades hit the headboard with a crack. Bone Gap 2015-03-03T00:00:00Z She scrambled for her own books and had them gathered up before Lamar could reach them, and then she took off, her long braid flopping as she ran. The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate 2009-05-12T00:00:00Z When we heard footsteps in the hall, we scrambled away from the door. The Season of Styx Malone 2018-10-16T00:00:00Z I try scrambling to my feet, but stumble and fall again. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z One paten touched a tree trunk and scrambled up like a bright squirrel. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z They said bye to Tess and as the rain began to sprinkle down, Ernie and Genie scrambled back up the hill. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z “Uncle!” he said, scrambling to his feet, accidentally dropping his papers, scattering them across the ground. The Girl Who Drank the Moon 2016-08-09T00:00:00Z The four of us scrambled out of the back seat and followed my dad down the long driveway to the back of the house. Proud 2018-07-24T00:00:00Z The tiger scrambled up his leg, straight under the god’s chain-link skirt. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z The scrambled dab of powder on my nose, the hasty comb through my hair, and then the inevitable knock on the door and the entrance of the cards on a silver tray. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z He started to run off, then scrambled back and gave me another hug. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z We scrambled up the bank and through the thick brush. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z As I rush from hiding to scramble on, like a warrior from a story I have heard, one such woman approaches. Beast Rider 2019-03-01T00:00:00Z He looked pale and sickly in the moonlight, as if his memories were trying to come back, scrambling his mind in the process. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z As Ranofer scrambled down from his stone to take the scroll back, he saw Pai at the pay box, counting out to Gebu the coppers from yesterday, and those for today as well. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z “No, ma’am,” Francis said, wiping at the burned spot and scrambling to hide the cigarette butt as she came down the steps. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z She felt him scramble past her to the back of the boat, and she heard a scrape as he pulled a box out from its place under the bench. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z Marcus grunts in surprise, losing his footing, and I untangle myself and try to scramble to my feet. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z Matt scrambled toward the kitchen, but his father nimbly cut off that path of retreat. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z She rolled away from the tangle and scrambled to her feet. The Girl Who Drank the Moon 2016-08-09T00:00:00Z The boy tried to scramble up and run, but he couldn’t get any traction on the squashed turf. Ungifted 2012-08-21T00:00:00Z Two fire department ambulances have their lights flashing, and two teams of nurses and doctors are scrambling to get some rolling stretchers through the big center doors. Things Not Seen 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Sierra yelled, scrambling madly away from the hideous cold flesh. Shadowshaper 2015-06-30T00:00:00Z We got in line and Gum Baby scrambled up onto my shoulder. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Dad was standing over the stove, scrambling a pan of eggs. The Science of Breakable Things 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z “You want it,” Troy said, leaning close enough for me to smell his morning scrambled eggs, holding the laptop in his right hand and wiggling it, “take it from me.” Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel 2011-09-15T00:00:00Z After we scramble down a hilly section of the trail, he asks how my chest is. Mountains Beyond Mountains 2013-04-13T00:00:00Z One of the old people remembered seeing the water rising and suddenly realizing that his house and goats would soon be underwater; he picked up a child and a goat and scrambled up the hill. Mountains Beyond Mountains 2013-04-13T00:00:00Z Even the best officers, he said, had to scramble around to put out fires; it was just a question of degrees. Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z I fell backward as she scrambled up my legs and onto my chest. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z I scrambled onto its roof just in time to see Tyler close his trunk and turn in a circle, as if he wanted to say goodbye but there was no one to say goodbye to. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z I’m scrambling back down the ladder when one of my boots kicks someone. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z We scrambled—like cockroaches—but Jackboots were everywhere. Milkweed 2003-09-09T00:00:00Z The boys scrambled over, and Sergio positioned himself as high on the fence as he could. Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story 2016-06-28T00:00:00Z But as Pa came nearer Laura screamed, and with a wild leap and a scramble she went over the wood-box, dragging Mary with her. Little House in the Big Woods 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z The rest of that day they spent scrambling over rocky ground. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z She clung to the rope and scrambled to regain her balance. Salt to the Sea 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z I scrambled after it, but soon the sounds faded away, too. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Mom scrambled in her seat, waving her hands around. We Are the Ants 2016-01-19T00:00:00Z He scrambled backward, nearly landing himself in the water. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z Anyway, I knew it was stupid, but I felt kind of bad for scrambled eggs. The Fault in Our Stars 2012-01-10T00:00:00Z My back smacks into the floor, and I pull my foot free, scrambling to my feet. Divergent 2011-04-25T00:00:00Z I scrambled to the little window in our coop, where we’d hung a blanket to hide us. Prisoner B-3087 2013-03-01T00:00:00Z A few minutes later he was scrambling breathlessly along a path northwest of the City of the Dead, where the cliffs curved far inward toward the river. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z Water sluiced out of my trouser legs as I scrambled out of the pond. Black Swan Green 2006-04-10T00:00:00Z She hauled hard and kept me from falling long enough for me to catch a grip and scramble to the top of the stone with her. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z He dove inside and grabbed the wood and ran around the edge of the ridge, scrambled up like a cat and blew and nearly had the flame feeding, growing, when the sound moved away. Hatchet 1987-01-01T00:00:00Z She reached them just in time: her friend Atal was waiting, and as Mary scrambled on her back, Atal beat the road with her feet, speeding away up the slope after her companions. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z Bobby Gene and I scrambled away from the breakfast table, practically tripping over each other to make it down the hallway first. The Season of Styx Malone 2018-10-16T00:00:00Z And they rushed through the undergrowth and scrambled up the rocks. The Girl Who Drank the Moon 2016-08-09T00:00:00Z Already the boys were scrambling up to a higher rock. Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy 2004-05-24T00:00:00Z He scrambled to the edge of the seat and held out his hands, hoping he could at least stop the bookcase from hitting his brother and sister quite so hard. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z I scattered some grain for the hungry chickens and watched their mad scramble as the rooster called them to peck. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z Henry spluttered, already scrambling for the river’s edge. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z Difficult enough to scramble a persons mind and leave him raving on a street comer? When You Reach Me 2009-07-14T00:00:00Z And she scrambled up, hand over hand, forcing the beating wing aside, and seized the angel’s hair to wrench back his head and bare his throat for the snow leopard’s teeth. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z They scrambled out of the water as the roof of the tunnel finally gave out and collapsed. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z When the burn in my biceps subsided, I climbed the rest of the way, scrambling over the lip of the well to land in some grass. Hollow City 2014-01-14T00:00:00Z In fact, he was finding it almost impossible to do either, so scrambled were his powers of performance by the compulsive need for haste that invariably possessed him. Catch-22 1961-11-10T00:00:00Z Alice found a door on her side and scooped up Lyra before scrambling out. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z Harry scrambled around, threw himself forward, and managed to flatten it. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z I scrambled to my feet and stood listening for a moment. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z He scrambled away, but it was enough to bring Sadna out from behind the tree. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z I scramble the letters over and over again in my head, trying to come up with various combinations of words. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z He watched dully as a brown lizard with a darting tongue scrambled across their blanket with its tail flicking. Messenger 2004-04-26T00:00:00Z It's hard enough to keep from getting trampled when everyone can actually see you, so I scramble to one side and use a bike rack as a safety zone. Things Not Seen 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z The captain leaned to drag her back over the side, and Nathaniel scrambled in behind her without any assistance. The Witch of Blackbird Pond 1958-12-01T00:00:00Z “Hurry!” the debil leader barked as we scrambled to our feet. Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z Then she was scrambling across the sidewalk, the street, shoving people’s legs *It turned out to be four and a half blocks long. Maniac Magee 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z The boogeyperson scrambles to her feet and looks up at me with frightened eyes. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z There was a knock at the window, and he scrambled over to it, pulling back the curtain. Eleanor & Park 2013-02-26T00:00:00Z My brain scrambled and spat out the first name that came to mind. The Honest Truth 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z Any pennies thrown loose were considered fair game by the boys and they scrambled for them, picked them up and ran off down the street with an angry musician after them. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z Since I’m without a flashlight, Farmer and Ti Jean decide to take a different route than the way we came—one without rivers to cross and steep cliffs to scramble down. Mountains Beyond Mountains 2013-04-13T00:00:00Z “Started up again,” I told Grant Burch, scrambling up the embankment. Black Swan Green 2006-04-10T00:00:00Z One of them kicked her shoulder, then there followed a brief scramble as they jumped into their vehicle and peeled out—like that, it was over. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled and dashed through the bracken and made it to the path as the carriage came down the track. Stardust 1998-10-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled away from the shack and got to his feet. Fablehaven 2006-07-30T00:00:00Z Campers scrambled for cover as the horses leaped the corner of the bleachers and the golden chariot flipped over. The Sea of Monsters 2006-04-01T00:00:00Z “And cheese, and scrambled eggs with horseradish! Do not put your hands on me!” The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z As he scrambled to his feet, he felt the room sway less and less until it finally stilled. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z Ignoring the danger, he runs into Central Park and scrambles up a hill to get a better look. Spooked! 2018-08-07T00:00:00Z “Let’s go inside. See what your mom is cooking. Probably scrambled eggs.” Black Brother, Black Brother 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z All the focus in the room shifted to the stolen weapon, leaving Mark a few seconds to scramble back to his feet. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z The Polish girl tried to scramble out of the cart after me. Salt to the Sea 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z Breaking away, he scrambled to his feet and ran to another building. Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow 2005-04-01T00:00:00Z The alleged sheep contained an oat-tropic circuit; at the sight of such cereals it would scramble up convincingly and amble over. Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? 1968-01-02T00:00:00Z Heedless of her belly for once, she scrambled off her silver and ran to him. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z They’re like campers in a forest who spot a grizzly and scramble up a tree to hide. Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish 2018-08-21T00:00:00Z I scrambled out, irritated, wondering why parents never answered questions but seemed to have all the answers. When I Was Puerto Rican 1993-09-20T00:00:00Z I instructed my comrades one such afternoon, then scrambled on knees and elbows through the red dirt. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind 2009-09-29T00:00:00Z Gum Baby scrambled to my shoulder and grabbed my ear. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z A gun scrambles the outcome of any dispute. Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything 2005-04-12T00:00:00Z Bertha’s voice is like a crack of thunder outside our door and we scramble to put everything away and climb into bed. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z “Get in!” she cried to Roger, and scrambled over the leather-bound rim of the basket to fall in a snowy heap inside. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z Putting down his carrot, Hazel ran across, scrambled up the bank and joined him on the bare ground under the low, close boughs. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z Next to Leo, Frank scrambled out of his chair and put his back against the wall. The Mark of Athena 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z But the other birds swarmed upon the food, pushing and scrambling and shouting. Mary Poppins 1962-10-27T00:00:00Z He scrambled out of his seat, fumbled around his desk for a key card, then handed it to me. The Lightning Thief 2005-07-01T00:00:00Z At the second bell, the fifth grade, as always, scrambled to their feet. In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson 1984-10-12T00:00:00Z When his teeth found the other’s throat, the challenger scrambled to his feet and backed off, whimpering. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z “You’d better get on, Harry, I want the trunks ready tonight, if possible, so we don’t have the usual last-minute scramble.” Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z And then he grabbed his crutches and pegged out to the porch so fast that François scrambled from his nest and shot out into the night. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z And again Finn was a step ahead of Emma, scrambling up over the edge of the stage and scurrying toward Mom. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z Riddle scrambled to his feet, looking after it; he raised his wand, but the huge boy leapt on him, seized his wand, and threw him back down, yelling, “NOOOOOOO!” Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets 1998-07-02T00:00:00Z Then he scrambled to the end of his bed for a better look at what was going on. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z As his hands went to his chest, Njemile and Kaisha shouted, scrambling to reach their friend as he doubled over, his arms shooting out to the ground to catch himself. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z I climb, grabbing handholds and scrambling over boulders as I follow the two brothers, who clamber ahead of me. Without Refuge 2018-04-01T00:00:00Z The ladies of the Animal Fanciers’ Society scrambled into the dry fountain, and all of them tried to climb the mermaid at once. The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm 1994-04-01T00:00:00Z She scrambled up onto the sill, but Lyra jabbed the length of rail at her fiercely, and she fell back again. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z The mood changed then; students scrambled to collect their gear and bolt out of the classroom. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z One more blow from the paddle, and Ben fell out of her jaws and scrambled up towards Alice, but Bonneville saw him and kicked out at him, sending him tumbling away over the grass. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z At least Finn only had to bob his head to the side and then back up again as he scrambled after them. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z Granddaddy climbed out the other side, and the tall man nodded at two more bystanders, who scrambled to take our places. The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate 2009-05-12T00:00:00Z The boy I had dragged across the river scrambled up the bank, and I followed on my hands and knees. Lost Boy, Lost Girl 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z Her forearms thudded against the branch, the bark scraping her skin as she scrambled to get a firm grip. Bone Gap 2015-03-03T00:00:00Z Sitting on her blanket, she waited patiently as the babies scrambled over to see her. Wishtree 2017-09-26T00:00:00Z The other girls scrambled down past the unconscious guard and the other two men who had taken arrows in the legs and butt. Beauty Queens 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z Fred scrambled around, cramming them back into his pocket, then gave the Dursleys a cheery wave, stepped forward, and walked right into the fire, saying “the Burrow!” Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z The man came out of the hole and stood over his partner, then scrambled in again, screaming: “Say! Say!” Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z She let out a wordless scream that shattered through the frozen wind as she scrambled to her feet. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z Right next to Axel while the dust scrambles its way to the sky. A Bird Will Soar 2021-10-19T00:00:00Z There was a scramble for chairs in the back rows, but I was not one of the lucky ones. How the García Girls Lost Their Accents 1991-01-04T00:00:00Z The spider tumbled from the broken web, hung by a single strand a few inches above the floor, then swiftly climbed the strand, scrambled across the top front rail of the porch, and disappeared. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z I'm scrambling for her stuff, and I feel like an idiot, and I'm saying, "Jeez!... Sorry. Are you okay? I'm really sorry. Here you go. I've got everything." Things Not Seen 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z Jess carried on scrambling downwards, beating off attackers whenever she had a free paw. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z “She pays attention, and when she has the courage to ask questions, they’re deep, thoughtful questions. More than once, she has stumped me. Sent me scrambling back to my college textbooks.” The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl 2018-05-01T00:00:00Z Eagerly the two youngsters dropped their bikes and scrambled down the sloping riverbank to watch as the bargelike boat passed, its open deck heavy with wooden containers of various sizes. Son 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z The live mouse and a rat or two scrambled out into the cold night with us as Pink flew off in his direction and me in mine. Cold Sassy Tree 1984-11-02T00:00:00Z I slide and scramble over the hot uneven ground. Without Refuge 2018-04-01T00:00:00Z I shake my head but scramble inside and zip the tent shut. King and the Dragonflies 2020-02-04T00:00:00Z Two of the cameramen from the news vans that still sat on Broadway scrambled through the crowd, pushing people aside. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z He scrambled up Horn Rock and took command immediately. Tradition 2018-05-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet as soon as he’d hit the floor. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z That’ll teach me to get cocky, I think, and I scramble to my feet. Allegiant 2013-10-22T00:00:00Z I go quickly down the steps, a rat scrambling out of my way, thinking how good it would feel to drive a tank through the ghetto fence. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z Gum Baby scrambled up to her favorite perch in my hood and propped her elbows on my shoulders as we left Anansi’s home. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Today, skittish because of the woods coming down, he scrambled up faster than usual, dashing for the door to the back stairs. Among the Hidden 1998-03-01T00:00:00Z A moment later he had scrambled underneath and into the room, which was, as he’d guessed, a scullery, with sinks for washing and racks for drying crockery. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z She started to say “I think it might be a . . .” but then slipped on loose gravel, and her last word was lost as she scrambled and caught herself before she could fall. Hollow City 2014-01-14T00:00:00Z Still, every class period there would be a scramble to see which small group of friends would take possession of the dome. The Landry News 1999-12-01T00:00:00Z Some of them were scrambling down the cliff face to get a closer view of the stranded ship. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z But then Bristle scrambled out of the coyote’s hold. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z Then as though they had but one terrified mind between them they scrambled away over the rocks and fled. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z He stepped forward, muscles tensed, ready to use force if necessary, but she scrambled away, almost tripping onto the dead weeds of her yard. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z She raised her voice above the scramble for jackets and caps. Ralph S. Mouse 1992-08-01T00:00:00Z Without thinking, I scrambled up to the edge and jumped in after them. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z I scrambled for a moment to come back down to reality. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z A beagle scrambling to his feet to start his yipping yowl, answered a few seconds later by fire truck sirens and an angry woman hissing, “Sammy! Bad dog! Hush now!” The Joy Luck Club 1989-01-01T00:00:00Z Before Mr. Flux recovered, the stranger scrambled to his feet, whipping his head around, startled and confused. The Last Last-Day-of-Summer 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z This last was one of her many Dominican sayings she had imported into her scrambled English. How the García Girls Lost Their Accents 1991-01-04T00:00:00Z “The cucos,” Seven said, panicked and scrambling to get to her feet. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z While the optimist struggled to defend herself, I scrambled to think of an answer to what had obviously become a trick question. Me Talk Pretty One Day 2000-05-02T00:00:00Z “Come on,” said Will to Lyra, and they splashed through the icy, bone-aching water and scrambled up the far side of the gully just in time. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z I tossed it across the room—Sir Fig Newton scrambled off my desk after it—and it bounced off my ever-growing pile of smells-pretty-rank laundry. Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence 2022-03-22T00:00:00Z Among them Sister Betty scrambled up from where she had thrown her body over her children, who were shrieking; she ran crying hysterically, “My husband! They’re killing my husband!” The Autobiography of Malcolm X 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z They scramble to the podium and shake hands with the judges. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z As soon as Natalie and Ms. Morales scrambled from the porch into the house, Emma reached out and yanked the door shut, slamming it as hard as she could. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z Two of them, an older woman and a teenage boy, immediately scrambled out of the mess and ran down the alley. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z Thomas quickly scrambled to the edge of the abyss, poking his head over to see the falling Grievers. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z “Help me flip this over,” Z said, scrambling to his feet. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Somebody nearby shouts at me, “Chavo, the moment you can, scramble down a ladder!” Beast Rider 2019-03-01T00:00:00Z Fie scrambled to gather up the other cassettes he kept in the glove box. Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z I scrambled around for it wildly, but by the time I got my hand on it Danny Saunders was standing safely on first. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z “What? What are you talking about?” he stammers as he scrambles out to face me. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z He scrambled to the window, pitched the paper in before him, caught hold and heaved himself upward onto the ledge and then inside. Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z My brothers still tease me about the Stilton scrambled eggs I made, and that was weeks ago. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z One morning she was out in the back garden when a boy scrambled up from the garden next door and put his face over the wall. The Magician's Nephew 1955-05-02T00:00:00Z Cliff stumbled backward, fell over, and had to scramble to his feet again. Made You Up 2015-05-19T00:00:00Z The waitstaff scrambled to gather the fallen pastries before they could be ground underfoot. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z I scramble to connect the few scraps of information I do have. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z I scramble back to my room, open my laptop, and type. What If It's Us 2018-10-09T00:00:00Z Captain Reed scrambled up the bowsprit and stood there, poised over the hissing sea, howling for the pure joy of it. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z I scramble back up and kneel at her side. The Sky at Our Feet 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z I scramble out of bed and take it from her. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z The three Gustanos were screaming and scrambling away from these new guards in a panic. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z I hit the ground—not too hard—tried to scramble up, and found that I couldn’t. Kindred 1979-06-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled up and out of the sitting room, feeling more excited than he’d thought he would. A Monster Calls 2011-05-05T00:00:00Z “Not again!” she cried, scrambling out of bed. Stella by Starlight 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z ‘There’s nothing for it but to scramble down this gully, Sam,’ said Frodo. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z In a sleepy scramble I fished the flour sack, my keepsake bag, out of my satchel and checked the contents. Moon Over Manifest 2010-10-12T00:00:00Z In the back of the room several newspapermen were scrambling for the door. Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z I took off running, scrambling through the narrow passage. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z “See that,” she snapped, and scrambled his brains with a smack to the head. Maniac Magee 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z We scrambled into them gratefully, and as we entered the kitchen, our hostess turned to smile at us. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z He scrambled up the bank and into the woods, holding his hands out in front of him. The Road 2006-09-28T00:00:00Z She scrambled up as well and said, “You know my name. What is yours?” Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z Every other month someone was facing execution, and we were scrambling to keep up. Just Mercy 2014-10-21T00:00:00Z Quendy was like, “Where is everyone?” but I didn’t tell her they were up getting scrambled in the master bedroom. Feed 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z I can’t believe I just said such a thoughtless thing, and my brain is scrambling to make up for it. Blended 2018-10-30T00:00:00Z “Class, I wish we had more time,” said Miss K, as her pupils crunched popcorn and scrambled for their wraps. Ralph S. Mouse 1992-08-01T00:00:00Z Another student dove into the room, scrambled to their feet, and shut the door behind them. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z When I tried to scramble away, he pulled me back. Kindred 1979-06-01T00:00:00Z We heard shouting throughout the camp, and scrambled from the ground and beat at the flap of our tent that we might see what had transpired. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z From the other side of the living room door came the sounds of the three Dursleys scrambling, panic-stricken, across the room. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z The raptor had stayed at a slow stalk, presumably so Riker could get off a good shot, but the ankys scrambled forward at an unsettling speed. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z He scrambled backward along rough wooden floorboards, crying out again, this time at the pain shooting up from his right foot. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z The man uttered a little grunt of dismay, and his dæmon scrambled to the ground. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z As Hazel came nearer, he saw that Blackberry had actually scrambled on the thing. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z “They didn't show the man's face in focus. Did you notice? Even your best friends couldn't tell if it was you. They scrambled it just enough to let the imagination take over. Hell,” he whispered. Fahrenheit 451 1953-01-01T00:00:00Z “Eat,” Asher says to him over his own plate of scrambled eggs. Warcross 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z Stroking her softly, I place her in Alice’s backpack and scramble to the escarpment top. On the Far Side of the Mountain 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z They heard him falling over the brush and scrambling and clawing his way upward on the slope. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z If only she could fly to the Westing house on a broomstick instead of scrambling over rocks on all fours, what with all she had to carry. The Westing Game 1979-01-01T00:00:00Z At long last, the train stopped at Hogsmeade station, and there was a great scramble to get outside; owls hooted, cats meowed, and Neville’s pet toad croaked loudly from under his hat. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z Breakfast was sausage, which he could not eat, and scrambled eggs, which were nearly inedible. Zeitoun 2009-07-15T00:00:00Z Ma jumped out the way as I scrambled for the cordless. Monday's Not Coming 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z “Tobias made scrambled eggs, which, as it turns out, is a disgusting food.” Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z I was worried about the babies, though, about their parents scrambling to find new, safe places to line their nests, dig their burrows, hide their winter stashes of acorns. Wishtree 2017-09-26T00:00:00Z Up in the cab, Neumann Two says, “You never scrambled her eggs, you old virgin.” All the Light We Cannot See 2014-05-06T00:00:00Z She spotted her bag peeking out from under an overturned chair and scrambled to get to it. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Climbing down was an odd experience of scrambling nearly sideways. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z Dicey watched him scramble to the top of a rounded boulder and stand up. Homecoming 1981-01-01T00:00:00Z The King began scrambling to his feet in great excitement. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z People slamming, shoving, scrambling like ants as the hill presses in, threatening to crush their fragile shells. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z He scrambles to clear the pillows and blankets piled up on it. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z Kira remembered watching her childhood companions at such play, preparing for the real scramble of adult life. Gathering Blue 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Before he could scramble up he heard a cry and a thud. The Return of the King 1955-10-20T00:00:00Z I lifted him over it, then we scrambled after the rest of the group. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z They scrambled down the bank and set to nibbling beside the water. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z I loved the breakfasts with pancakes, scrambled eggs, little bottles of juice, and sausage links. Three Little Words: A Memoir 2007-12-27T00:00:00Z “A word scramble, maybe? Open wild rat home...Rat fort belief...” Book Scavenger 2015-06-02T00:00:00Z They scrambled through the gate, across the small yard, and into the little hut. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z Now he scrambled from his seat and scurried from the room, leaving nothing behind him but a curious gleam of silver. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z He scrambled to his feet and opened a dirty handkerchief he had filled with winkles. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z Gum Baby squeaked, scrambled up the statue, and hastily clapped a sticky hand over its mouth, shushing the indignant copper girl doorbell. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Children of all shapes and sizes, from babies in long clothes upwards, were scrambling about in another cage. Mary Poppins 1962-10-27T00:00:00Z I scrambled over to the other side of the table. Between Shades of Gray 2011-03-22T00:00:00Z After much wandering and search they found a way that they could climb, and with a last hundred feet of clawing scramble they were up. The Return of the King 1955-10-20T00:00:00Z Her stomach heaved with the memory, and she scrambled away from Kaede, doubled over on her hands and knees as she threw up. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z She fell on the sand, scraping both knees, and scrambled to put distance between herself and the treacherous lake. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z I ignored him, scrambling on my hands and knees, crawling toward the other door. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z We both ended up on the floor, scrambling for the ball, each of us grabbing it and playing tug-of-war. Here to Stay 2018-09-08T00:00:00Z An Erudite woman comes out of a stall, and I scramble to my feet, draw the stunner, and point it at her, all without thinking. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z I pretended not to hear, and began scrambling over the rocks towards Jasper. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z When the planes appeared, the Polish girl dropped from the cart and tried to scramble to the women on the ice. Salt to the Sea 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z Neither of us liked being on a road all exposed so anyone could drive up behind us at any time be-cause there was no place to hide without scrambling up a ten-foot slope. How I Live Now 2004-01-01T00:00:00Z Barefoot, she scrambles down the ravine after her mother. Enrique's Journey 2006-02-21T00:00:00Z Al Ulbrickson and George Pocock scrambled down from their balcony and began to shove their way through the crowds on the lawn in front of Haus West, desperately trying to get to their boys. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics 2014-05-27T00:00:00Z “What’re you doing here?” he said, scrambling to his feet again; why did she always have to find him lying on the floor? Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z She scrambled up in alarm, thinking it was her stepmother. Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z My first impulse is to scramble from the tree, but I'm belted in. The Hunger Games 2008-09-14T00:00:00Z My head is ringing, and I am scrambling for my knife. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z Children scrambled for the candy tossed by a black Santa Claus. The Best of Enemies 1996-04-01T00:00:00Z Lifted up, he scrambled onto the top of the gates and jumped down to the drive, landing on all fours like a frog. The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z They had to scramble up the sides of the bank here, and hold on to roots and trunks to keep balance, standing sideways and edging along. I'm the King of the Castle 1970-09-03T00:00:00Z Arturo scrambled down the ladder, jumping off when he was halfway down. The Book of Unknown Americans 2014-06-03T00:00:00Z She scrambled up to the top bunk, looking around and seeing more bunks. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z "I already ken how to read and write," I pointed out as we climbed the narrow stairs I had scrambled down the day before. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z The students pushed against one another, scrambling to fill any available space. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Their paws scrambled, their mouths hissed, their yellow teeth clicked, but Mrs. Sidman didn’t care. The Wednesday Wars 2007-05-21T00:00:00Z The three friends scrambled out of the shallow pit so they weren’t standing on top of the treasure chest’s lid. The Smartest Kid in the Universe 2020-12-01T00:00:00Z Ivan yelled, scrambling out of the room before the door shut him inside. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z No surprise that he once, drunk as anything, rode a horse across the grass while we were having classes, trampling blankets and books and sending everyone scrambling to get out of his way. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z "Now I only got one eye. Just you wait-" Jack mimicked the whine and scramble. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z Lupita and Salvador scrambled down it, through weeds still wet from the rain. Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z “I want to have scrambled eggs for dinner without this ridiculous construction that a scrambled egg-inclusive meal is breakfast even when it occurs at dinnertime.” The Fault in Our Stars 2012-01-10T00:00:00Z Dozens of people emerged from hiding places, all scrambling toward the truck. Shooting Kabul 2010-06-22T00:00:00Z Elodin rapped on the thick timber door with a knuckle, and the man scrambled to unlock it. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z She scrambled to find another thread of dirt magic. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z Clove is scrambling backward on all fours, like a frantic insect, too shocked to even call for Cato. The Hunger Games 2008-09-14T00:00:00Z Then the next thing I knew he was out the door and grabbing his bike, leaving me to run to my room to get dressed and scramble after him. Wish 2016-08-30T00:00:00Z The problem’s often phrased in terms of a large number of men who check their hats at a restaurant, whereupon the attendant promptly scrambles the hat- check numbers randomly. Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z Nailer scrambled higher, but there was nowhere else to go. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z Slowly and painfully they clambered down, groping, stumbling, scrambling among rock and briar and dead wood in the blind shadows, down and down until they could go no further. The Return of the King 1955-10-20T00:00:00Z Seth dashed over to the first log, scrambled onto it without much trouble, and, taking a jump as if he were playing leapfrog, ended up seated atop the second log. Fablehaven 2006-07-30T00:00:00Z We can never let up; we scramble our way through one civilization after another, metamorphosing, sprouting tools and cities everywhere, and all the time new words keep tumbling out. The Lives of a Cell 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled to sit up, but another wave of bile forced me down. Hattie Big Sky 2006-09-26T00:00:00Z “Eleven hundred meters,” calls Neumann One, and Neumann Two scrambles onto the hood of the truck and peers above the field with binoculars. All the Light We Cannot See 2014-05-06T00:00:00Z That was the story all of them had heard as they scrambled from the ships that had brought them from Old Volantis. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Finally all was quiet again; the curious squirrel leaped from his ringside seat and scrambled farther down the trunk of the tree. The Incredible Journey 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z “The thing is, I’m having a cash-flow problem and I’ll have to scramble to find even thirty-five dollars. I’m a stockbroker and I work from home and I’m a bit overextended right now.” Lawn Boy 2007-06-12T00:00:00Z They hovered in the air for a long moment, over his mum as she tried to scramble back. A Monster Calls 2011-05-05T00:00:00Z He got up and scrambled back over to his bed. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z Brother Quang says, How can we scramble away like rats, without honor, without dignity, when everyone must help rebuild the country? Inside Out and Back Again 2011-03-22T00:00:00Z Sigurd swung his axe at the water column, cleaving a piece off, and he grabbed at Anya as she scrambled by. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z “You’re spying on me? I’m scrambling like an idiot to raise bail yesterday, last night, all these years. For you. You know what, Jay?” Burning Blue 2012-10-25T00:00:00Z I scrambled to my feet and rushed to the other side of the barn where Pita had abandoned the rusty old tools. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z Fleeces clean, the sheep swam to the bank and scrambled out of the water, nimble as goats and hungry as pigs. The Midwife's Apprentice 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z Dandelion and Haystack scrambled over the bank and dropped into the lane. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z The residents immediately became squatters, scrambling up the steep hillsides to remake their homes and farms on land they didn’t own. Mountains Beyond Mountains 2013-04-13T00:00:00Z Steam billowed up, sending several frightened naiads scrambling out of the water with half-woven wicker baskets. The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z It seemed everyone had dropped and was scrambling on the floor. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z There was a general scramble as we returned our trays and followed Dr. Kerry from the hall. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z When the same group heard a recording of the second call, the lion warning, they quickly scrambled up a tree. Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z He rapped her smartly on one ear, then cracked her knuckles as she was scrambling to her feet. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z “The secret of good scrambled eggs,” he tells me, “is very low heat.” Liar & Spy 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z Luke scrambled down from his chair, his head spinning with plans. Among the Hidden 1998-03-01T00:00:00Z Sam scrambling below the outfall of the lake, smelling and touching the unfamiliar plants and trees, forgetful for the moment of Mordor, was reminded suddenly of their ever-present peril. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z Stepping up on it, I started scrambling to the top of the snow wall. Life Is So Good 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z I’d tended to Shiloh first, taking a fistful of scrambled eggs left over from breakfast, a bit of bacon, and a half slice of whole wheat toast that I stuck in my jeans pocket. Shiloh 1991-01-01T00:00:00Z Reluctantly, Luke slid down from his step stool perch and scrambled over to recline innocently on his bed. Among the Hidden 1998-03-01T00:00:00Z That brought on a whole lot of shoving and scrambling and coffee got spilt on Sop. Their Eyes Were Watching God 1937-09-18T00:00:00Z And I scramble to my feet to go shower. Odd One Out 2018-08-09T00:00:00Z She ran along by the boiling water to investigate, scrambling down the bank, to stand looking pityingly at the wet, bedraggled body, wondering what it was, for she had never seen anything like it before. The Incredible Journey 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled away, kicking him, clawing the hands that reached out for me, trying to bite, lunging up toward his eyes. Kindred 1979-06-01T00:00:00Z My illusion vanishes and Elsie scrambles around the table to where I’m standing. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z “Did you hurt your-self?” she asked, but Lizzie went scrambling after the cans so quickly it was clear she wasn’t hurt. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z For breakfast we had scrambled eggs or Cream of Wheat with globs of butter and sugar. Breaking Through 2001-08-27T00:00:00Z He scrambled out from under the bench and grabbed his stuff. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z This foot was covered with a blue and gray Argyle sock, and Mrs Whatsit sat there, wriggling her toes, contentedly finishing her sandwich before scrambling to her feet. A Wrinkle in Time 1962-01-01T00:00:00Z The two of them scrambled to their feet, grabbed their weapons. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z There was a scramble as everyone tried to seize a pair that wasn’t pink and fluffy. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets 1998-07-02T00:00:00Z We took off, scrambling up through the woods. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z Almost every day just before Mami came home I scrambled around to do all the things she’d asked me to take care of that morning. When I Was Puerto Rican 1993-09-20T00:00:00Z Mom unhooked her seat belt and scrambled into the backseat. I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 2011-04-01T00:00:00Z At her words, the girls abandoned the tray of petit fours and scrambled to sit in front of the television set. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z Mini peered out from under it, and Aru scrambled after her. Aru Shah and the End of Time 2018-03-27T00:00:00Z He lined up the top tree on a mountain with the weather-vane rooster on the peak of a distant barn and scrambled down. Frightful's Mountain 2001-05-21T00:00:00Z I scrambled out of my seat to hand her the book. Life Is So Good 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z With his remaining strength Sam leaped and caught the top, scrambled up, and dropped; and then he ran madly, sword blazing in hand, round a bend and up a winding tunnel. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z The ship’s boy nodded and scrambled away, nearly knocking into Cooky, who stumbled from the galley, calling for Aly. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z I scrambled up, heaved by our captain’s hand, and lay panting upon the boards. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z And I wondered what happened to the rest, all those scrambled eggs, that crisp bacon, the porridge, the remains of the fish. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z Richard grabbed at him, but Nailer wriggled free and scrambled down the corridor. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z By the time I navigate the treacherous hidden trail and scramble up to the Commandant’s courtyard, the school is still and quiet. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z When Max Planck was turning the physics world on its head, Albert Einstein was scrambling for a job. Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea 2000-02-07T00:00:00Z A woman near the front throws an arm across her forehead and collapses as the men on either side scramble to catch her. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z Tucker scrambled through the gate into the cage and pranced all around inside it. The Cricket in Times Square 1960-01-01T00:00:00Z Rusty brown hair scrambled every which way on her head, and she walked with an ungraceful limp. Hattie Big Sky 2006-09-26T00:00:00Z She scrambles around for a second like she can’t figure out what to do. Dear Martin 2017-10-17T00:00:00Z Nhamo immediately scrambled to her cousin’s side and began stroking her as she would a terrified infant. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z Suddenly realizing what he was doing, Rishi scrambled to help her, apparently consumed by a vortex of regret. When Dimple Met Rishi 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z As Mary Alice and I scrambled aboard, Grandma heaved up a picnic hamper for us. A Long Way from Chicago 1998-09-01T00:00:00Z It took a while to get to it: first they had to scramble down into a deep river valley and then up again through the pines. The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge 2018-09-25T00:00:00Z She scrambled back, slipped, and grabbed at a branch before she lost her footing again. Inkheart 2003-09-23T00:00:00Z The rose-petal scramble got a lot of attention, but the pregnant lady’s moans did not. Song of Solomon 1977-01-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled out of bed and glanced at the windows with the drawn curtains, in confusion. Half of a Yellow Sun 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z As the flap continues to drop, I find my feet scrambling, harder and harder, to find purchase on the slippery tiles. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z We had never owned a telephone before, and whenever it rang, we kids all scrambled for it. The Glass Castle 2005-03-01T00:00:00Z Right about now my emotions are like a big pan of scrambled eggs. Like Vanessa 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z When he heard the loud crack of a tree branch and saw Fred scramble up onto the tracks, he felt there was no time to go get official help. Chasing Vermeer 2004-06-01T00:00:00Z She shrieked and scrambled away up the riverbank. Copper Sun 2006-01-01T00:00:00Z I began to scramble up the slippery rocks in the direction of the bark. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z Checking for her bow and quiver of red-fletched arrows, she scrambled down the tree trunk. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z He pulled his leg back inside the parapet and scrambled to his feet. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z But he managed to knock the mouse over, and as it scrambled to its feet, he swiped again. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z Lured by the scent of water, Pax scrambled past him, straight down the cut. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z Last to join the group was the skunk family, who quickly scrambled up my trunk. Wishtree 2017-09-26T00:00:00Z We jump up, laughing, and scramble together, hand in hand, to solid ground. Five Feet Apart 2018-11-20T00:00:00Z Clutching Lyra close with one arm, holding Alice’s hand with the other hand, he scrambled along the wall of the pub to the back door. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z But nobody heard her, and she scrambled to her feet. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z I scramble down and out the other end of my tube tunnel. Muffled 2020-10-27T00:00:00Z Oak spots me first and scrambles onto my lap, throwing his arms around my neck and giving me a small bite just beneath my shoulder. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z After it transformed into the black-and-gold book bag, I put it on and Gum Baby scrambled on top. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Boys scrambled madly and merrily around the room. The Chocolate War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z It is widely believed that Ruess fell to his death while scrambling on one or another canyon wall. Into the Wild 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled to gather the letters, my face flushing, but it was too late. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z She turned and scrambled up the outcroppings, picking up the hatchet that was to have been splitting kindling all this time. Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy 2004-05-24T00:00:00Z By the time I scramble to my feet, she’s disappeared around the corner. Linked 2021-07-20T00:00:00Z HairySpiders dashed out of her hollow, scrambled down my trunk, and promptly fainted. Wishtree 2017-09-26T00:00:00Z I scrambled to free my hands—tucked into the waistband of the jeans I hadn’t bothered to remove—but Stan was way quicker. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z The Beats had scrambled to their posts, which wasn’t easy, since the train car was occupied. Clayton Byrd Goes Underground 2017-05-09T00:00:00Z Jonathan tried to dodge away, scrambling toward the door on his hands and knees. The Fighting Ground 1984-04-01T00:00:00Z I shoved the pillowcase through the cellar window and scrambled out after it. The Old Willis Place 2004-09-20T00:00:00Z By 1951, Harvey had managed to scramble all the way to the top of the CIA's hierarchy, becoming the head of counterintelligence in just four years. Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z He fell on his furry rump, then scrambled to his hooves and ran away with his belly jiggling. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z Eventually, the mini chains are attached to bigger chains, as poor Michael scrambles around, desperately trying to keep up with the count. Linked 2021-07-20T00:00:00Z I heard him cry out and felt him scramble against the plastic and squirm his way out from under me. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z “It’s not stealing, is it?” asked Hermione in a troubled voice, as they devoured scrambled eggs on toast. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z Before I scrambled down, unused rifle on my back, I sought out Rose, spying her and Wab embracing in the dirt expanse between the woods and the road. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z With Dunwing pushing as she flew upwards, he scrambled over the edge of the gutter and rolled inwards to safety. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z Brit-Brat scrambled frantically to pick it up, like chasing down a rolling quarter. Patina 2017-08-29T00:00:00Z Without a word, the man puts a large sandwich stuffed with scrambled eggs into Rodas’s hands. Enrique's Journey 2006-02-21T00:00:00Z While they wait at the elevator banks, I scramble up the stairs. If I Stay 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z As he scrambled down the rocky slope, his thoughts raced. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z If he put them in a box, they scrambled around for a few days and then died. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z "A bundle of them. That's a boot. Come on, let's scramble along here." And Then There Were None 1939-11-06T00:00:00Z He got up in time to see scientists scrambling out of the bunker. Bomb 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z A minute later, I heard him scrambling down the mountainside. The Glass Castle 2005-03-01T00:00:00Z He set his lips together tightly and scrambled to his feet, then pulled the cart upright and began flinging the wood back into it in a frenzy. A Single Shard 2001-04-23T00:00:00Z “Hazel has developed an issue with the ghettoization of scrambled eggs,” Mom said. The Fault in Our Stars 2012-01-10T00:00:00Z She scrambled back up, eager to get out of this hole. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z She scrambled to her feet and stumbled out the door, taking in great gulps of night air as she did so. The Girl Who Drank the Moon 2016-08-09T00:00:00Z It makes me scramble around in my head, trying to imagine my way around his commandment, but I cannot. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z He pushed her face down into the road, hard, and scrambled to his feet, but as he lowered his rifle at her, one of the other guards laughed and stopped him. Code Name Verity 2012-05-15T00:00:00Z She scrambles upstairs, stumbling, shouting, “Uncle! Uncle!” the whole house turning scarlet in her mind, roof turning to smoke, flames chewing through walls. All the Light We Cannot See 2014-05-06T00:00:00Z Mark shook Trina awake and scrambled to his feet, pulling her up with him. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z She kept an eye on Neeley as he scrambled up and down the steps. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z She scrambled out from under the mate and hauled him up after her. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z We scramble on down the ledge, under the falls, making our way over rocky bumps and little pools with green goop growing in them. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z He scrambled deeper into the duct, jerking more wire from its aluminum staples. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z And the white rats scampered and scrambled in their cages. Cannery Row 1945-01-01T00:00:00Z The little girls scrambled off, but curious Oscar stayed on, looking around. Before We Were Free 2002-08-13T00:00:00Z Kids jumped out of their seats and scrambled to grab it like she was some kind of rock star. The First Rule of Punk 2017-08-22T00:00:00Z I push the car door open and scramble outside. The Sea in Winter 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z “I’ll find one,” Finn volunteered, scrambling back from the edge of the bookcase. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z The mobile unit pulls up beside us, and the crew scrambles for cameras and equipment to capture this beehive of activity. Linked 2021-07-20T00:00:00Z The bombs fall diagonally; the bombers rise and scramble. All the Light We Cannot See 2014-05-06T00:00:00Z Quickly she scrambled over the edge of the strong, revamped crow’s nest and started down the tree. Frightful's Mountain 2001-05-21T00:00:00Z Jack made a move toward Piggy who scrambled away till a great rock lay between them. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z "Get your brains scrambled, waste all that—" "Wilson." The Contender 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z She scramble out a bed, her hair in a rat’s nest. The Help 2009-02-10T00:00:00Z I remember Jody, my best and only girlfriend at college in my freshman year, making me scrambled eggs at her house one morning. The Bell Jar 1963-01-14T00:00:00Z An animal, maybe a coyote, scrambled across the field as we drove. Kira-Kira 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z As soon as breakfast was over, we had to scramble into our pressure suits. Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z Lucky Girl scrambled ahead of them, loud in the vegetation, unused to climbing, breathing heavily, her clothes torn. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z He scrambled over the big rocks; a chipmunk skittered ahead of him; he was afraid she would disappear like the echo her voice made. Ceremony: 1977-03-01T00:00:00Z This foot was covered with a blue and gray Argyle sock, and Mrs What-sit sat there, wriggling her toes, contentedly finishing her sandwich before scrambling to her feet. A Wrinkle in Time 1962-01-01T00:00:00Z My breath hitches, and the kids fall over one another as they scramble to get away. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z He made the top of the podium in a single leap and scrambled up the left pillar. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z My telling list was scrambled out of order. The Woman Warrior 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z Fred barked to say a quick “Thanks” and resumed his zigzagging scramble across the sizzling asphalt. Dog Squad 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z But before I can scramble to my feet, Reverend Hunt lifts me by one arm and holds me fast. Blood on the River 2006-05-04T00:00:00Z Instead, he began scrambling in the sandy pile. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z His short legs had kept him from scrambling aboard. Enrique's Journey 2006-02-21T00:00:00Z I collapsed on the sand, and Nico scrambled back in surprise. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z He shoved a chair to the opening, scrambled up, and jumped. The House of the Scorpion 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z “Somebody’s missing!” one of the men yelled as the tent’s occupants scrambled to safety in the darkness. Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World 1998-11-17T00:00:00Z They all scrambled through it — Neville needed a leg up — and found themselves in the Gryffindor common room, a cozy, round room full of squashy armchairs. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z I imagine the child my mother was, crouched in one of those lean-tos, scrambling for weapons because they meant an ounce of safety, choking on smoke to keep warm in the winter. Allegiant 2013-10-22T00:00:00Z The players scrambled for their instruments and struck up a wavering tune while Hamlet dashed among the crowd, trying in his manic way to restore their festive spirits. Ophelia 2006-10-31T00:00:00Z Tally crawled up the boulders and into the cave, scrambling back into the darkness. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z Taran scrambled to his feet and struck blindly with his sword. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z From a scramble of contenders I got one of the jugs, elbowed off a counterattack, opened it, sampled it, choked, and then went through with my original plan by stopping Brinker’s mouth with it. A Separate Peace 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled down a rock slope, dropped among flowers and made their way under the trees. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z He went on scrambling and the laughter rose to a gale of hysteria. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z Two sailors scrambled down to help people up. Salt to the Sea 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z The horse scrambled to its feet with a great noise and a great upheaval; the children were already 011 theirs. The Magician's Nephew 1955-05-02T00:00:00Z I scramble to my feet as Moreau does his best to crawl away from Dylan. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z Once we scramble over to the vent, I know I’m right. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z She scrambled to pick up every chewed piece and eat it. Between Shades of Gray 2011-03-22T00:00:00Z She lets me go ahead of her at the basement door, then shuts and locks it before scrambling down the stairs. Saints and Misfits 2017-06-13T00:00:00Z But then she quickly scrambles to her feet, scooping up Bill’s fallen rifle as she crosses the room to stand next to me. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z Polly scrambled quickly back to the other side of the wagon. Copper Sun 2006-01-01T00:00:00Z On all fours, he scrambled to the next ledge and then turned and looked back; the man was still standing, throwing the spot of yellow about over the snow. Native Son 1940-03-01T00:00:00Z When I tell her that Safer plans to teach me the secret of truly excellent scrambled eggs, she says they sound like really smart bohemians. Liar & Spy 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z Tables and chairs lay helter-skelter, our dishes broken to bits, everything we owned scrambled and strewn across the floor. Beyond the Bright Sea 2017-05-02T00:00:00Z Near the place I saw Calvin go scrambling. The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle 2018-01-23T00:00:00Z He landed on the floor and scrambled for the revolver, a smatter of blood streaming in his wake. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z It managed to scramble onto the pier, where it shook its black fur like a wet dog. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z He landed with a grunt of pain and Mark scrambled to his feet, struggling to suck air into his lungs. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z We've got just six thousand trying to scramble out of our bridgehead. Black Swan Green 2006-04-10T00:00:00Z I scrambled to my feet and when I was sure it was coming after me and not Emma, I took off toward the bog. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z I scrambled up and grabbed one of Ben’s arms as Radar grabbed the other. Paper Towns 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z They scrambled out of the boxcar to stand, blinking in the early morning light. The Devil's Arithmetic 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z When I scrambled out, 1 saw the police in the living room; they were trying to calm her down. The Autobiography of Malcolm X 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z In the kitchen, when the manager wasn’t looking, she ate the leftover wedges of toast and cold forkfuls of scrambled eggs from the plates instead of scraping them into the garbage. Little Fires Everywhere 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z I scramble to my feet and brush myself off, though I haven’t accumulated any dirt that I’m aware of. Divergent 2011-04-25T00:00:00Z His tail beat again and she scrambled to her house, awed by the sensitivity of Amaroq. Julie of the Wolves 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z I imagine it’s different for him now, no lazy Saturday sex or scrambled eggs, instead a different sort of joy, a little girl tucked up between him and his wife, babbling away. The Girl on the Train 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z I took it out of the nest box really carefully and put it in the fridge like Agnes said to, even though I could hardly wait to scramble it and eat it for breakfast. Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer 2015-05-12T00:00:00Z We split up close to the road and scrambled into position. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z Startled, Cole scrambled to get to his feet. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z I scramble for the stereo, hitting several buttons all at once. Thirteen Reasons Why 2007-10-18T00:00:00Z A scratching noise in the corner of the room had woken me, the scrambling feet of a desperate mouse about to become breakfast for a lumpy orange cat. Fever 1793 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled down a steep cut and up the other side, using roots for handholds. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z I scramble off the washing machine and knock on the door. The Benefits of Being an Octopus 2018-09-04T00:00:00Z There was a daily scrambling for favored positions on the bench. The Witch of Blackbird Pond 1958-12-01T00:00:00Z Once inside, with the door closed, I felt alarmed at their whispering and scrambling about, but I couldn’t make out exactly what they were saying. Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z She had slept in her clothes, and scrambled down the loft ladder at once. Lyddie 1991-02-01T00:00:00Z At dawn, my brothers and I scrambled to get the presents that had been placed next to our shoes. The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child 1997-10-01T00:00:00Z He had lost it in his scramble across that open area; and his binoculars were gone too. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Some of them hit warriors scrambling up the slopes. In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse 2015-11-10T00:00:00Z I scramble down the ladder, bucket in hand. Blood on the River 2006-05-04T00:00:00Z I had to clean up after Sam while Lynn made us breakfast: what we called brown eggs, made by scrambling eggs with shoyu and sugar. Kira-Kira 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z Then there was a mad scramble to shift furniture and get pans and bowls and buckets in all the places where the roof leaked. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z Their limbs stuck out at awkward angles through the wooden bars of the cage, and at the sudden sunlight they cried loudly, scrambling over each other to try to get out. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z She scrambles to her feet, and I hold my arm out. The Sky at Our Feet 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z John scrambled off his stool, knocking the crate down. Worth 1998-06-01T00:00:00Z Little hands grabbed me, and I could feel Gum Baby scramble up to sit on my shoulder. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z The bolts were making the normal-looking white man in the picture with him float off his feet and scramble and scratch at the air like he was ’bout to drift up to the clouds! Elijah of Buxton 2007-08-06T00:00:00Z From time to time Bigwig would ask one of the bucks to give a lead and in this way Acorn, Hawkbit and Bluebell all scrambled over the side. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z Percy and his friends scrambled away, trying to keep out of the giant’s vision, but the big guy was too busy to notice them. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z She crawled into the weeds as the others scrambled up and over the trees. The Wild Robot 2016-04-05T00:00:00Z When I scramble up and look out the window, I see Roli smiling at us sheepishly. Merci Suárez Changes Gears 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z In this new and unpredictable world, the CIA could only scramble to keep up. Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z There was tea, in a great silver urn, and coffee too, and on the heater, piping hot, dishes of scrambled eggs, of bacon, and another of fish. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z She scrambled up and started jumping on my head. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Wide awake at once, he scrambled to his feet, and his eyes went automatically to the upper room. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z Just stuff like scrambled eggs or macaroni and cheese, but he could get by. Gregor the Overlander 2003-09-01T00:00:00Z He smiles as he takes another bite of scrambled eggs. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z Nailer jerked his head toward Lucky Girl, scrambling into the ship. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled away and hid in the statuary while Grover swooped down for another pass. The Lightning Thief 2005-07-01T00:00:00Z The Owner dropped to his hands and knees, scrambling to retrieve it. A Tangle of Knots 2013-02-05T00:00:00Z They scrambled to their places by the rowlocks and all in line dipped oars in the grey sea. The Odyssey 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z In the morning, one single scrambled egg sat on Fern’s plate. Gone Crazy in Alabama 2015-04-21T00:00:00Z In the coming days and weeks, Laila would scramble frantically to commit it all to memory, what happened next. A Thousand Splendid Suns 2007-05-22T00:00:00Z I scrambled on all fours down the aisle, maneuvering around kids who had been tossed out of their seats. Schooled 2000-02-29T00:00:00Z His eyes widened when he spied Pax, and he scrambled to his paws. Pax 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z Then came a chorus of rifle fire, screams, and broken glass, and a mad scramble overtook the meeting hall. The Underground Railroad: A Novel 2016-08-02T00:00:00Z Jam gasped and scrambled backward off the painting until she was pushing away from it, her chest rough and heaving, her left palm loud with hurt. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z Willy scrambled off to find some kids his age down in the basement, where they usually played video games, and I headed outside. All American Boys 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z She shivered, thinking of suffocating under so much flour, and scrambled up into the boxcar as fast as she could. Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z Now and then a couple of children might go there to play, scrambling up the side of the heaps and tumbling down. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z As he went scrambling up the far side of the bank, Grey Wind emerged from the stream, dripping wet. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z He had scrambled up, then, and gone before Lesage could say anything else. I'm the King of the Castle 1970-09-03T00:00:00Z Heqet scrambled up, too, then hesitated as if he did not know how to say what he wanted to. The Golden Goblet 1961-04-24T00:00:00Z He picked up a fork and began shoveling scrambled eggs into his mouth, hoping to deflect any invitation to join in this part of the conversation. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z Baba asks as I scramble into the backseat before the car behind us has a chance to honk. Amina's Voice 2017-03-14T00:00:00Z He stumbled excitedly out of the airlock, falling to the ground then scrambling to his feet. The Martian 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z Fear raced through him as he scrambled after the flashlight, which had rolled to the inner edge of the trunk. Shooting Kabul 2010-06-22T00:00:00Z Thankfully, my legs broke free and I was able to scramble up to a sitting position off of Sahil. From Twinkle, with Love 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z We scrambled from our room to the safety of a higher floor. The Boy on the Wooden Box 2013-08-27T00:00:00Z As Seven and Valley struggled in the mud, Thorn scrambled around, trying to find another vine to throw to them—but there was nothing. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z Together the little group scrambled through scrub brush and gravel down to the boat. The Mysterious Benedict Society 2008-04-01T00:00:00Z I scrambled to the riverbed somehow, being very careful not to hurt the hot fuzzy body that was against my own. My Side of the Mountain 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z We scrambled and pushed each other, struggling to be the first one up the ladder at the back of the boat. We Were Liars 2014-05-13T00:00:00Z He hid the muddy rags in the trash and scrambled back to his place on the stairs just in time to meet Mother coming down. Among the Hidden 1998-03-01T00:00:00Z Valley seemed to snap out of her rage and scrambled to pick up the broken pieces of the dish, also wiping tears from her own eyes. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z She scrambled clumsily up the trunk and slung a leg over the branch below mine. The Old Willis Place 2004-09-20T00:00:00Z Lying on my back, I could see him between my feet, scrambling on the ice with his front paws. The Honest Truth 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z I scrambled backward as the roof disintegrated into a mass of falling rubble. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z One of them opened the shed door, and Billy and I scrambled out, pulling on our clothes. The Glass Castle 2005-03-01T00:00:00Z Brer scrambled to his feet and hopped in front of me with one giant leap. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z They were scrambling as well, trying to hurry. In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse 2015-11-10T00:00:00Z The squirrel scrambled up the side of the necessary to the roof. Fever 1793 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z The golden monkey leapt for Father MacPhail, but not to attack: he scrambled up and over the man’s shoulders to reach the complex heart of the wires and the pipe work, the resonating chamber. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z I scramble off the bed so fast I trip over my own feet. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z But her quarry, who had paused and looked back at the flash of light, was already scrambling up the bank the fox had just fallen down. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z That order had apparently not yet been conveyed to the clinic’s kitchen, for the breakfast tray contained scrambled eggs, three rashers of bacon, and several pieces of buttered toast. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z When you shout Durham! the gloomy and befogged financial atmosphere becomes clear and there is a mad rush and scramble for her bonds. The Best of Enemies 1996-04-01T00:00:00Z He was flat on the floor, feeding the live screen a brilliant shot of the rat heading over to the jury, the jury members scrambling, taking off, climbing onto their seats. Stargirl 2000-08-08T00:00:00Z There is a knock on the door, and before we can scramble off the bed, your mom pops her head in. The Thing About Jellyfish 2015-09-22T00:00:00Z As if to underscore his words, at that moment the sky opened, and Kaede stuffed the last bite of her bun into her mouth as they all scrambled for their rain gear. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z We scrambled to our feet, but we were too late. The Old Willis Place 2004-09-20T00:00:00Z He scrambled over to the opening in the floor and reached down and sliced through the iron of the top step as if it were paper. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z Wishbone had liverwurst and scrambled eggs for dinner every night for a week. Wish 2016-08-30T00:00:00Z Mother Bear and Nettle scrambled to their feet. The Wild Robot 2016-04-05T00:00:00Z As the great crowd dispersed, marchers and visitors scrambled to find taxis, buses, cars, trains and planes so they could get out of town before nightfall. Because They Marched 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z They scrambled clumsily back down through the weeds and ferns, with Nailer’s dad’s friends all making comments. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z The heart scrambling to deliver oxygenated blood, the mind scrambling to unravel the situation. All the Light We Cannot See 2014-05-06T00:00:00Z I scramble to my feet and stumble backward, only to find that there’s nowhere to go. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z When you’re doing the talking or writing, the scrambled sentence isn’t so amusing. Woe Is I 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z She scrambled into the ship and came back with a spyglass. Ship Breaker 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z I scramble everything together in a pan, letting it bubble. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z I'm listening, but I can't hear anything except for Blade and his gang, and how they're scrambling around trying to find some rocks to heave at us. Freak The Mighty 1993-10-01T00:00:00Z On the bottoms lie the incredible refuse of the sea, shells broken and chipped and bits of skeleton, claws, the whole sea bottom a fantastic cemetery on which the living scamper and scramble. Cannery Row 1945-01-01T00:00:00Z The fall in the hospital had either shown him the light or scrambled his brains; it was impossible to say which. Catch-22 1961-11-10T00:00:00Z My fear gave way to anger, and I scrambled for the fallen weapon. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z Then he scrambles back to his boxcar and settles into a bed that he and his friends have fashioned out of straw they found inside. Enrique's Journey 2006-02-21T00:00:00Z Florida and Dallas scrambled up the ladder into the light, airy loft. Ruby Holler 2002-02-01T00:00:00Z As soon as we hang up, I scramble out of bed. What If It's Us 2018-10-09T00:00:00Z A few of the Amity scramble to their feet, then a few more, and soon the entire crowd is on their feet, and some of them—not many, but some—are walking out behind her. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z “Come on!” he said again as he scrambled onto the bathroom’s roof. Darius the Great Is Not Okay 2018-08-28T00:00:00Z Moss swore and scrambled back to his feet in time to see Kaisha shove Reg’s chair into the room after them, right as the first group of stampeding teens surged past. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Blackberry scrambled up into the fern and then returned to the top of the bank, fidgeting nervously and half inclined to bolt at nothing. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z She decided she’d rather freeze walking back to the castle, and she scrambled out of her seat. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z The others paddled and scrambled over somehow, and as they began to reach the other side, Hazel plunged. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z Hedge scrambled away, but the first two skeletons grabbed his arms and lifted him off the ground. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z A few reporters scrambled after him, holding out tape recorders like offerings. Half of a Yellow Sun 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z When the fiery ladder stood forty feet high, the mage leapt forward and began to climb it, scrambling up hand over hand as quick as a monkey. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z Bodies scrambled everywhere, people on top of people, groaning and squirming in confusion as they tried to push away from each other. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z The next morning, I woke with nausea so bad, I had to scramble across the floor for the chamber pot. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z Without a pause I rushed up to the east window, and scrambled down the wall, as before, into the Count’s room. Dracula 1897-05-26T00:00:00Z By the time I’d scrambled to my feet, Dad had launched something else. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z Smitty and I fell to our bellies and scrambled like sand lizards to the only cover we could find, a little dip in the ground. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Then she was scrambling to get back onto her hands and knees. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Seven screamed as Thorn scrambled for purchase on a slippery rock. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z Suddenly, she heard a desperate scramble of feet; someone screamed—was it Bennie? Shadowshaper 2015-06-30T00:00:00Z She scrambled along the path, fell on her face, and got up again, wailing as she sped into the dark. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z It makes me put my clothes on wrong, and scramble the service, and eat incorrectly— third priest: Lunatic priests are bad business. Grendel 1971-01-01T00:00:00Z Immediately Matthias scrambled about on all fours, hastily trying to stuff nuts back into the basket as he muttered clumsy apologies, avoiding the stern gaze of his elder. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z "I guess," said Hot Pie, scrambling on all fours for a big rock to throw. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z Tree-ear’s thoughts scrambled about as he tried to think what to answer. A Single Shard 2001-04-23T00:00:00Z These lay usually right across their line of march, and could only be crossed by scrambling down and out again, which was troublesome and difficult with their ponies. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z Valley nestled the pod on a particularly thick branch, then scrambled down, jumping the last few toadstools to the ground. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z When I'd started working in Atlanta, staff were scrambling to handle one crisis after another. Just Mercy 2014-10-21T00:00:00Z She just scrambled to her feet and went trotting back into the thicket, lowing to her calf. Old Yeller 1956-01-01T00:00:00Z |
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