scab
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
As cliches mount, the reader half expects the next phone call to be answered by old Scab Cooley.
From Time Magazine Archive
Then, feeling quite content with himself, even in his wet garments, he boarded a city-bound trolley car and departed for the warmth and hospitality of Scab Johnny's sailor boarding house in Oregon Street.
From Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates by Grant, Gordon
"Scab leader!" he shouted, turning and facing the girls.
From Windy McPherson's Son by Anderson, Sherwood
Scab is propagated more by using the same rubbing posts, than by contact with each other.
His name is B. McGuffey, esquire, an' I'll lay you ten to one you'll find him asleep in Scab Johnny's boardin' house.
From Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates by Grant, Gordon
Vocabulary lists containing scab
"The Jacket"
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Kindred
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Milkweed
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
