scribble

Example Sentences

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He usually writes the movies he directs; this time around, he didn’t have to scribble a single word.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

But like everything else in the movie, it’s just a scribble in the margins.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2025

Jacob Bethell can now add another bullet point to the notebook he uses to scribble down reminders before going out to bat.

From BBC • Sep. 7, 2025

They scribble their names into guestbooks at museums showcasing Aral artifacts.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 26, 2024

Around me the recovery team members scribble like crazy, taking down every word.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins