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scratching

ADJECTIVE
grating
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


Example Sentences

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I was covered in marks from unconscious bouts of scratching during the few short bursts of sleep I could steal.

From The Wall Street Journal

It wasn't just the residents who were left scratching their heads over the fire.

From BBC

The intensity of some single-name moves has left even some pros scratching their heads.

From The Wall Street Journal

A thin gray squirrel had gripped Teddy’s head and was scratching him.

From Literature

Lulu got bored fast and started scratching at the door to get out, but I didn’t care and I didn’t take it personally.

From Literature