back scratching
Example Sentences
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All packages include the same elements: back scratching, tracing patterns on arms and face, hair brushing and finger combing, just in different durations.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2025
"We did a great job of fighting back, scratching and clawing to get back and take a lead and have a chance to get a win," he said.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 19, 2011
Usually it’s done in a spirit of mutual back scratching and gentility.
From New York Times • Sep. 21, 2011
Washington back scratching, like all grooming behaviors, produces stability and social cohesion.
From Slate • Mar. 2, 2011
Somkit crouched in front of the broken Model Nine while the shop workers stood back, scratching their heads.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
