Word Finder - scratches

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A disruption, mark or shallow cut on a surface made by scratching.

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Her skin was covered with tiny scratches.

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An act of scratching the skin to alleviate an itch or irritation.

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The dog sat up and had a good scratch.

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A starting line (originally and simply, a line scratched in the ground), as in boxing.

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A technical error of touching or surpassing the starting mark prior to the official start signal in the sporting events of long jump, discus, hammer throw, shot put, and similar. Originally the starting mark was a scratch on the ground but is now a board or precisely indicated mark.

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The last riders to depart in a handicap race.

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An aberration.

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A horse withdrawn from a race prior to the start.

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There were two scratches in race 8, which reduced the field from 9 horses to 7.

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Money.

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A feed, usually a mixture of a few common grains, given to chickens.

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(in the plural) Minute, but tender and troublesome, excoriations, covered with scabs, upon the heels of horses which have been used where it is very wet or muddy.

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A scratch wig.

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A genre of Virgin Islander music, better known as fungi.

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To rub a surface with a sharp object, especially by a living creature to remove itching with nails, claws, etc.

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Could you please scratch my back?

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To rub the skin with rough material causing a sensation of irritation; to cause itching.

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I don't like that new scarf because it scratches my neck.

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To mark a surface with a sharp object, thereby leaving a scratch (noun).

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A real diamond can easily scratch a pane of glass.

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To cross out, strike out, strike through some text on a page.

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To produce a distinctive sound on a turntable by moving a vinyl record back and forth while manipulating the crossfader (see also scratching).

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To commit a foul in pool, as where the cue ball is put into a pocket or jumps off the table.

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Embarrassingly, he scratched on the break, popping the cue completely off the table.

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To score, not by skillful play but by some fortunate chance of the game.

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To write or draw hastily or awkwardly; scrawl.

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To dig or excavate with the claws.

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Some animals scratch holes, in which they burrow.

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To dig or scrape (a person's skin) with claws or fingernails in self-defense or with the intention to injure.

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The cat scratched the little girl.

Scrubbing a dry window may leave tiny scratches.

I wish mine had as few scratches.

These are pre-Mycenaean, and their only ornament is scratches, into which white matter has been pressed.

So the Captain-General took Eureka from the arms of the now weeping Dorothy and in spite of the kitten's snarls and scratches carried it away to prison.

Also, protect the opal from scratches, knocks and jolts and from extreme heat and cold.

Use felt pads or easy-glide buttons on the feet of furniture to avoid scratches when moving furniture to sweep or vacuum.Sand, grit and other soil can also scratch floors in high traffic areas.

Any scratches which penetrate the clear coat can expose your car's bodywork which will lead to rust.

And if any minor scratches do occur, they can simply be polished away with a diluted cream cleanser.

I would and still do tell my mom and my sister that they're just everyday scratches, cat scratches i say.

The black alloy handlebars had picked up a few scratches which shows poor quality anodizing in fact they may simply be painted.

Unless you 're detailing the scratches and scars inflicted by teenage kicks, you 're simply not trying.

The cake stand has a couple of tiny light scratches to the plate, probably got from cutting cakes !

Even on the bus, I could see the scratches and tired designs splattered with mud.

This procedure consists of sequential constant load scratches over the same track, with a low load topography measurement performed between each scratch.

I would like to purchase new stainless steel kitchen appliances that are resistant to scratches and abrasions.

Throw in a soft, comfortable baby nightgown, swaddling blanket and matching mittens to protect the little darling's face from scratches.

This will help protect the flatware from accidental nicks, scratches, and dents, as well as keep it in a consistent location.

There will be times when DVDs arrive and don't play properly due to surface scratches or other technical malfunctions.

If you don't examine the DVD for scratches or nicks in the store before making the purchase (this is highly recommended), then be sure you pop it into your DVD player once you get home.

It's extremely heavy, but it can replace easily, plus it's more resistant to scratches than Plexiglas.

Whether you're a skier, hiker, swimmer or cyclist, a sports watch is an accessory you'll need to help keep you going--most come equipped with alarm features that keep you on time, and most are resistant to water and scratches.

However, this practice always leads to damaging the record, rendering it full of scratches and useless for future listening.

They hold up well against dents and scratches.

A whole copper set is not recommended simply because of the price, the reactivity, and how easily it scratches.

Being outside, the lens can attract dust and dirt, so using special cloths and cleaning liquid will help you keep the lens free of dirt and scratches.

Most often, nothing is wrong with the model, although occasionally there may be some cosmetic scratches.

Check that the sheet still has the protective layer of plastic over it with no scratches.

Look for any visible signs of damage like different colored paint, dings or dents, scratches or cracks.

If there are a lot of decals on the machine, they may be covering up scratches, cracks and other signs of damage.

My new kitten is only six weeks old, but he continuously scratches hard when he plays.

If he sits on the back of a chair and playfully scratches or bites your arm as you walk by, it is his way of getting your attention and telling you he wants to interact, even if it is a bit of a violent interaction.

Be sure to wear a long sleeved shirt to protect your arms from scratches.

You may want to wear gloves to protect your hands from accidental scratches and bites.

The kiosk has tape residue, scratches, dark marks or other signs that someone may have been tampering with it.

If you plan to offer wooden pieces for sale, use a touch up wood stain pen to fill in any scratches.

Try a wax polish to fill scratches and restore shine.

Vintage furniture will likely have some wear and tear such as chips and scratches, but for anyone who really likes vintage items this only enhances the look.

If you like the look of retro metal lawn furniture but don't want the cracks and scratches that often come with the real thing, there are many companies that make new furniture in this style.

Wear heavy gloves when blackberry picking or be prepared for a lot of scratches.

A few scratches and dents in the furniture are welcome - they give the furniture a lived in and loved look.

Area rugs can protect the surface below it from scratches, stains or dirt while providing color, pattern and accent to a room.

The popular remover lifts off heavy makeup without smudges or scratches and leaves skin feeling hydrated and smooth.

If you'd rather protect the front of your iPad from scratches in an invisible way, consider invisibleShield High Definition screen protection film from Zagg.

I have used it on my Samsung Android phone for years and have never had a problem with scratches.

Application requires patience and closely following the directions, but once the film is applied, you can feel comfortable that your iPad screen is protected against scratches.

If they should endure every day wear and tear, such as scratches, they can be refinished and returned to their original luster.

Anything that itches or scratches will make your girls squirm.

The stars mentioned about barely scratches the surface when talking about celebrities and plastic surgery.

For someone as talented as Demi Lovato biography information only scratches the surface of the true artist.

Knee socks are great for preventing children from getting scratches or scrapes when they are playing outside.