scuttleTo run hurriedly or furtively with short quick steps
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A quick shuffling pace
skulkTo move about stealthily
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To move in a stealthy or furtive manner
rindThe tough outer layer of something
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A tough outer covering such as the skin or peel of certain fruit and vegetables or the bark of a tree
dreadAnticipate with great fear or apprehension
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Great fear or apprehension
Anticipate with great apprehension or fear
bristleStand or rise stiffly
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Short stiff hair, typically one of those on an animal's skin, a man's face, or a brush
React in a defensive or hostile manner