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clawing

VERB

using sharp nail

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dig rip scratch

STRONG

break graze hurt itch lacerate mangle maul open scrabble scrap scrape tear

Antonyms

STRONG

agree cure fix heal help hide mend wait

Example Sentences

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However, after clawing her way back to 5-4 from 5-1 down in the tie-break, Raducanu's resistance let up and Sierra secured victory after an hour and 45 minutes.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The rupee was last trading at 95.6075 to the dollar, clawing back some ground after hitting another record low on Tuesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

JetBlue Airways rose 2.7%, clawing back some losses after closing down 6.2% on Monday.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Like a zombie clawing its stiff, cold hand through the dirt of its grave, VHS refuses to die.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

I reached out and grabbed hold of the bunk, clawing my way into my bed.

From "Prisoner B-3087" by Alan Gratz