scrapper

Example Sentences

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"I've got a punch bag in the garage but I'm not a scrapper," he said, adding that his actions at the time were about self preservation.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

But Daryl was always an old-school scrapper, giving him an edge.

From Salon • Sep. 10, 2023

A scrapper, fighter, hustler and striver, Inez — portrayed by Taylor in a fierce, career-defining turn — will not back down when it comes to the son she insists on fighting for.

From Washington Post • Mar. 29, 2023

The Kraken defensemen are the ones expected to respond most physically when an opposing blue-liner or known scrapper starts going at guys.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 29, 2022

"All I can say is, keep your eye out for sledge hammer punches if ever you go to pulling his nose," warned George; "because he's a born scrapper, and would as soon fight as eat."

From The Hickory Ridge Boy Scouts: Under Canvas or, The Hunt for the Cartaret Ghost by Douglas, Alan