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scudding

VERB
skim across
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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The former Matildas assistant was announced the morning after the scudding and since then, alongside captain Rachel Corsie's impending retirement, has dominated the discourse.

From BBC • May 31, 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 great curved prow cut clean and quick through scudding foam.

From "Beowulf: A New Telling" by Robert Nye



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