Sentence examples for scrambled to raise from inspiring English sources

As Robert Hall's ransom deadline neared, his family scrambled to raise what funds they could.

The ministry scrambled to raise standards after the rating was lowered in August.

With fresh losses uncovered by the special inspections, banks have therefore scrambled to raise new capital, mostly from borrowers.

In the first five instances, debt rose as the government scrambled to raise resources to pay for a war effort.

According to Reuters, Gingrich also "mentioned the Reagan campaign of 1980 when a campaign bus broke down and staffers scrambled to raise $500 to fix it".

"Open up or I'll open you up!" Terrified, the guard scrambled to raise the barrier, allowing the powerful motor to pass through and drive away.

Banks are also scrambling to raise cash.

In rebel areas, opposition forces are scrambling to raise money and broaden their donor base.

Most candidates are scrambling to raise cash in the final days before the books close.

Whatever the state of the economy, small businesses are always scrambling to raise money.

And with the economic downturn, the program is scrambling to raise the $12,000 to $14,000 for each six-week basic-instruction program.