bolting

Definitions

The act of running away suddenly or escaping, often in a panic or haste.

The process of a plant growing rapidly in height and producing flowers or seeds prematurely.

The act of fastening or securing something using a bolt.

Examples

The frightened horse started bolting toward the open gate as soon as the thunder clapped.

I saw the suspect bolting down the alleyway the moment he spotted the police cruiser.

The workers were busy bolting the steel beams together to ensure the structure remained stable.

Synonyms

fleeing escaping sprinting dashing absconding scramming darting

Antonyms

staying remaining lingering tarrying waiting dawdling loitering