as in to scrap
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
the outdoor art project was scrubbed when the organizers found out they needed permission from city hall
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as in toy
something (such as an animal) much smaller than others of its kind
that scrub of a mutt turned out to be the smartest dog we ever had
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Recent Examples of scrub
Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026
For firmer items, such as cucumbers or melons, the FDA recommends scrubbing their surfaces with a clean produce brush.
—Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 31 Mar. 2026
Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
ZaRah also offers wet rooms for scrubs, a bathtub, a jacuzzi and sauna.
—Reg Chapman, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
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Verb
Soapy water is her go-to for scrubbing away greasy gunk.
—Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026
For firmer items, such as cucumbers or melons, the FDA recommends scrubbing their surfaces with a clean produce brush.
—Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
The inert gas keeps their rocket hardware safe by pushing out more volatile propellants in the case of a scrub.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
ZaRah also offers wet rooms for scrubs, a bathtub, a jacuzzi and sauna.
—Reg Chapman, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scrub
Verb
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When money is guaranteed for injury, he is entitled to that money if his contract is scrapped as a result of a physical issue sustained while performing contractual services.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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Still buzzing from the early goal, Flyers fans erupted only moments later when Travis Konecny and Boston's Charlie McAvoy briefly scrapped near the net.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Talamantes had met Estrada Juarez just months earlier, at a holiday toy drive for formerly homeless families.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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Within moments, icy water began crashing over the gunwale, causing the boat to flip like a toy — and dumping the three occupants into the dark, shockingly cold water.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Now that Sacramento County’s fiscal adviser has canceled the Sacramento City Unified School District board’s contract with a consulting firm, the district faces its budget crisis with fewer options and a ticking clock.—
Scott Lebar. Story produced with AI assistance,
Sacbee.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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At a time when festivals like Sol Blume, Goldensky and Breakaway have been cancelled or postponed, citing costs or unforeseen circumstances, Channel 24 credits the Sacramento community as the key to their success.—
Madisen Keavy,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Linda Langelo, horticulture specialist at Colorado State University Extension, recommends the Perry Baby Red or Pygmaea Helvola dwarf varieties in particular.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Dodgers’ $850-million annual revenue dwarfs competitors like the Diamondbacks at $324 million, exemplifying the financial gulf driving owners’ desire for cost controls.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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Putin, for his part, will not abandon Hungary if Orbán falls.—
Kapil Komireddi,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
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Although most polls show that many Hungarians have abandoned Orban and his Fidesz party and plan to vote for change, the long-serving prime minister remains deeply popular among large parts of Hungarian society — particularly among older voters and those in the smallest settlements.—
Justin Spike,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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The more common nickname, El Mencho, is said to be a diminutive of his first name, Nemesio.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Another gender-neutral name that had a burst of popularity in the ‘80s and ‘90s, Jamie was a go-to for girls or a diminutive of James for boys.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Some politicians have even proposed invoking Article 7 of the Treaty of the EU, a legal measure that could revoke Hungary's voting rights in the bloc.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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The United Arab Emirates, which long had deep commercial ties with Iran, is revoking visas of Iranians in the UAE and may freeze Iran’s assets in country.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
5 Apr. 2026
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In an effort to offset the costs, the bill repeals multiple tax credits, including those for teleworking expenses, electric and hybrid vehicles, and medical equipment manufacturers.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Six months after Broward County’s Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) voted to repeal restrictions on remote virtual inspections, the transformation is becoming a reality.—
Ian Cohen,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Scrub.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scrub. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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