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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are scrambling" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a situation where people are hurriedly trying to do something, often in response to an urgent need or challenge.
Example: "As the deadline approached, the team members are scrambling to finalize the project."
Alternatives: "are rushing" or "are in a frenzy".
Dictionary
are scrambling
verb
To move hurriedly to a location, especially by using all limbs against a surface.
Exact(57)
Pediatricians are scrambling".
"The airlines are scrambling.
The Republicans are scrambling for an out".
Governments are scrambling to keep up.
Laggards are scrambling to attract the rest.
Other airlines are scrambling to catch up.
Absent that, many are scrambling for options.
Korean banks are scrambling for dollars.
Now, they are scrambling for insurance.
Local banks are scrambling to respond.
Printer and film companies are scrambling.
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