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Definition dart in British English

dart verb

verb
/dɑː(r)t/
1

to make a sudden quick movement somewhere

Example

She darted forward and snatched the bag away from the girl.

Example

A child darted out in front of our car.

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2

if you dart a look or a glance, or if your eyes dart somewhere, you look there suddenly and for a very short time

Example

He darted nervous glances around the auditorium.

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Definition dart in British English