Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scraping(s)
Noun
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In the Mojave, Weston saw Joshua trees as majestic extraterrestrials; Connell documents a nameless stump decorated with sneakers.—
Lori Waxman,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026 -
Dusk deepened, and our fire threw shadows that made every stump look like a bear.—
Doris DeCleene,
Outdoor Life,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Images released by police showed a house filled with refuse and multiple dogs, including what appeared to be a mother dog and several puppies.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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For most of the year, Raymond works with a crew on bulky item pickups, clearing mattresses, cabinets and other large refuse from the streets.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
19 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Using a clean microfiber cloth, wipe away residue and dry thoroughly for a streak-free finish.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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Since slow cookers work using steady, low heat, the appliance can help loosen buildup, dissolve residue, and refresh small household items more efficiently than soaking in a sink or basin.—
Katie Cloyd,
Martha Stewart,
25 Feb. 2026
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The staff union, made up of over 100 workers across legal, communications, residuals and other departments, was formed last spring and contract negotiations began in September.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Van Der Beek also addressed the matter of residuals amid the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Scraping(s).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scraping%28s%29. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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