scribble

Example Sentences

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Watching Mr. White’s Springsteen scribble down lyrics doesn’t exactly make for a revelatory cinematic experience, however.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 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

“I miss my Africa very much and my mother too,” read a scribble in French on the wall nearby.

From Seattle Times • May 30, 2024

They might sign their tax forms in a different way than they scribble their name when checking into a hotel.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2024

She wanted to scribble them out, but he'd probably notice and lord it over her.

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell