bolting

Running away suddenly and quickly, often in fright or panic.

"The horse was bolting down the lane."

(Of a plant) prematurely producing a flower stalk and seeds.

"The spinach is bolting in the heat."

Fastening or securing something with a metal bolt.

"They were bolting the gate shut."

Eating food very quickly, often without proper chewing.

"He was bolting his breakfast."