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  • present participle of claw.

clawing



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Clawing back the money is difficult — particularly the cash that went abroad.

From Washington Times • Feb. 8, 2023

Clawing back enough to make creditors whole will be difficult.

From New York Times • Dec. 20, 2022

Clawing back from a deficit is nothing new for these Rangers.

From Seattle Times • May 14, 2022

Clawing back compensation is shaping up to be a key part of the U.S.

From Reuters • Oct. 22, 2021

Clawing at the steel, Tucumcari staggered, then dropped to the floor with his clattering rifle.

From Kid Wolf of Texas by Powers, Paul S. (Paul Sylvester)



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