Dart in and out In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "dart in and out", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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Meaning of Dart in and out

Dart in and out verb phrase

To move speedily between two places or subjects

The ball darted in and out of the basket and dropped in the court right after that.

The woman was darting in and out of cars with a baby in her arms

A herd of elephants was darting in and out of the woodland.

Other phrases about:

move like the wind
Run or move extremely quickly
bob and weave

To move quickly up and down and from side to side, typically in an attempt to avoid hitting or being hit by something

dawdle along

To move in a slow and unconcerned manner.

Make a Beeline for (someone, something)

To head to something or someone quickly and directly.

tear round

To quickly and recklessly go or move round somewhere

Grammar and Usage of Dart in and out

Verb Forms

  • darted in and out
  • darting in and out
  • darts in and out

The verb "dart" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Dart in and out

 Dart is a small tool with a sharp point that is thrown by hand in a darts game. As a verb, It means a quick movement. 

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