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Definition of scrapenext
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as in encounter
a brief clash between enemies or rivals he's had his share of scrapes with the law in the past

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as in bruise
an area of skin roughened or worn away by harsh rubbing against another surface scrapes that were caused by a too-tight harness

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as in to scratch
to pass roughly and noisily over or against a surface the rusty old gate scrapes against the pavement whenever anyone opens it

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as in to graze
to damage by rubbing against a sharp or rough surface she scraped her knee when she fell down

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as in to grit
to press or strike against or together so as to make a scraping sound she scraped her fingernails across the chalkboard to get everyone's attention

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Recent Examples of scrape
Noun
The boy bore no signs of scrapes or skin punctures, so the family initially didn’t take him for medical care. Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 29 June 2026 The Dirty Beaches founder’s own saxophone and trumpet lead the players’ cut-and-pasted recordings down dark alleys of decay and introspection, backdropped by percussive bangs and scrapes that suggest the construction of some great, mysterious superstructure. Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 19 June 2026
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Beat on high speed 2 minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl frequently. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026 According to The Boston Globe, the man was bleeding from his nose and mouth and his face was scraped. Adam England, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for scrape
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scrape
Noun
  • Private cultural experiences, exclusive access, seasonal culinary events, and authentic local encounters become easier to arrange, allowing travelers to experience destinations in ways that feel both effortless and deeply personal.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 24 July 2026
  • During one particularly violent encounter in June 2024, China Coast Guard personnel brandished axes at Philippine troops and slashed their rubber boats.
    Ivan Watson, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
Noun
  • Imagine a small device inside the engine that can polish a scratch, mend minor damage or even 3D-print a replacement part—all performed autonomously and within the cowling.
    Beena Ammanath, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • The lightweight carbon steel body heats water quickly while remaining easier to lift than cast iron alternatives, and the durable porcelain enamel resists rust and scratches.
    Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026
Noun
  • On June 30, 1929, a young Black girl found McDaniel’s body lying face-down, with a broken neck and bruises.
    Maveah Griffith, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
  • Lewis, 10, survived with a concussion, cuts and bruises despite not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
    Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
Verb
  • Showed toughness by gritting through ankle and knee injuries in the Final Four and title game.
    ABC News, ABC News, 23 June 2026
  • Then the coach known as the most impulsive man on an NFL sideline runs that stop sign, grits his teeth and breaks unbound into character.
    Michael Silver, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Noun
  • For a sharper wing, however, Siard suggests using a bent liner brush like her own Rose and Ben Beauty E26 to refine the outer edge.
    Marci Robin, Allure, 24 July 2026
  • For three summers in high school, Platner worked for the Appalachian Mountain Club in New Hampshire, building trails and clearing brush.
    Jasper Craven, New Yorker, 24 July 2026
Noun
  • Ask about fiber content, abrasion rating and frame materials.
    Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
  • Ask the retailer for specifics on fiber content, abrasion rating, frame materials and cushion density.
    Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 21 July 2026
Noun
  • These mesmerizing Embden geese graze in large gaggles throughout the tea fields.
    Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Dinner and drinks take place outside the train station, but on the one million hectares of land around it, tens of thousands of merino sheep graze, with an annual shearing happening in February.
    Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026

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“Scrape.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scrape. Accessed 25 Jul. 2026.

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