scratch

Example Sentences

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He was going to rip up the Wolverines’ roster and start from scratch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

After his boyfriend dies tragically, Rowan is forced to start from scratch, mourning the dream of the life he once had alongside his partner and trying to rent out his now-spare bedroom.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Political news outlet Axios, citing administration officials, reported that any "supermax" prison complex at the site would have to be built from scratch -- putting the total cost at somewhere around $2 billion.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

He said playing professionally overseas has been “like me trying to scratch a last itch.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

He felt the skunk scratch and turn and then settle down to sleep.

From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold