Bolt and Quail

Bolt

Bolt verb - To move suddenly and sharply (as in surprise).
Usage example: I bolted as I read the winning lottery numbers

Quail and bolt are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Quail" instead a verb "Bolt".

Nearby Words: bolted, bolter, bolting

Quail

Quail verb - To draw back in fear, pain, or disgust.

Bolt and quail are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bolt" instead a verb "Quail".

Nearby Words: quailed, quailing
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