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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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scrape

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verb

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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
Also, keep a first-aid kit stocked and accessible for minor cuts, scrapes, and sniffles. 10 Appliances to Unplug Before Vacation 5. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Dec. 2024 However, Hamer was caught in the middle and came out of the scuffle with his hat missing and scrapes on his face. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
Verb
Bring to a boil, scraping to loosen browned bits from bottom of pot. Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025 The continuing story line in which a policeman (Wi Ha-jun) hunts for the game’s organizers, this time by sea, drags the narrative momentum like an anchor scraping the ocean floor. James Poniewozik, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for scrape 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scrape
Noun
  • From adrenaline-pumping ATV treks and exhilarating zip-lining adventures to up-close encounters at the baboon sanctuary, their tours showcase the best of Belize.
    Kaila Yu, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
  • On a segment of the morning show which aired on Wednesday, January 8, Shelton shared a memorable and surprising encounter with the TV host ahead of her retirement on Friday, January 10.
    Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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  • Rather than automakers building custom solutions from scratch, Drive Hyperion provides a complete framework that can be adapted and scaled according to specific needs.
    Esat Dedezade, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • The notion that there is a permanent way out—a hack, a kit, a service that gives you all the benefits of dinner cooked from scratch without the labor—is an illusion.
    Rachel Sugar, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2025
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  • The Kings are 6-1 since Christie took over, losing only his first game in the role, and 3-0 while Fox has nursed a bruise in his right glute after a hard fall on a dunk attempt against the Memphis Grizzlies.
    Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 11 Jan. 2025
  • Adams’ boyfriend, Jeremy Aldridge, had a broken leg, multiple fractures and bruises.
    Glenn E. Rice, Kansas City Star, 7 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • So Harris will grip, grin, and grit on Friday, and for the next 17 days.
    Philip Elliott, TIME, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Create Your Proof of Work The bitcoin community values action over talk, grit over appearances, and results over ideas.
    Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Use the brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner to suck up dirt and dust over all these areas.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Grab an electric spin brush to effortlessly make showers sparkle.
    Shea Simmons, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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  • The draft – which places a limit on particulate emissions from brake abrasion of 3-11 mg per kilometre per vehicle – was adopted by the European Union countries, as well as eight others.
    Laurie Winkless, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Instead, the Packer Coat stood up to heavy use, abrasion, and bad weather with style.
    Abigail Barronian, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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  • The man suffered a graze wound to the stomach, police said.
    Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Season two ends with Gi-Hun, who himself has been shot, albeit just a graze, crying on the floor next to his friend.
    Peter White, Deadline, 26 Dec. 2024

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“Scrape.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scrape. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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