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scudding

VERB
skim across
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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With 10 in their last two - 15 in three if you include last week's Scottish Cup semi-final scudding of St Johnstone - you would fancy them to do that.

From BBC Apr. 26, 2025

In a nation known for its scudding clouds, frequent showers and temperate weather, the blazing heat was enough to hobble much of the country.

From Seattle Times Jul. 18, 2022

For Britain, a nation known for its scudding clouds, frequent showers and temperate weather, the blast-furnace of Arizona-style heat was enough to disrupt much of the country.

From New York Times Jul. 18, 2022

In the quiet of evening, after competition has ended, the venue echoes with a scudding sound of practice throws and the heavy thunk of takeouts.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 18, 2022

The clouds were scudding across the moon; the stars had disappeared and there was a lashing of rain.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr



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