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bolting

verb

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Meaning

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To run away suddenly and quickly, often out of fear or excitement.

Example Sentence

The frightened horse was bolting across the field.

Usage Note

Used to describe someone or something that runs away very quickly, often unexpectedly, like a scared animal or a person trying to escape a situation.