He quickly retreated inside, his mind racing with possibilities.

Meaning: This sentence describes the person quickly going back inside their house, their mind filled with thoughts and ideas about what the noise could be.

Choice of Words: Retreated means to move back or withdraw from a dangerous or difficult situation. Inside means within a building or enclosed space. Racing means moving or happening very quickly.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• He nodded slowly, his mind racing with thoughts.
• He made racing sounds with his mouth.
• His racing car was the fastest on the track.
• My heart pounds, racing like a drum in my chest.
• Sledding down hills, hearts racing with delight.
• The purring cat calmed the child's racing heart.
• He imagined the cars racing each other.
• Dog retreated when man approached.
• Shadows retreated, light prevailed.
• Cat retreated, bird sang happily.