Crabs scuttle sideways.

Meaning: This means that crabs move quickly to the side by using their legs.

Choice of Words: Crabs are crustaceans that have a hard shell and live in or near water. Scuttle is a verb that means to move quickly with short, hurried steps. Sideways is an adverb that means to move or be positioned to the side.

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