scratched
Example Sentences
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Scratched on the wall were notches, which authorities said were made by detainees possibly to count the number of days held, as well as messages.
From Reuters • Jan. 12, 2023
Scratched goalie Jonas Johansson also was acknowledged in the video.
From Fox News • Mar. 8, 2022
Scratched and battered, he ran away into the darkness.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 13, 2020
Scratched into their gold borders is the word “Matthews,” an indication the plaques were the work of a company in Pittsburgh that made honor rolls and World War I monuments.
From New York Times • Dec. 30, 2018
Scratched his arms like maybe the water bears were crawling in the crevices of his dry skin and he didn't know because he couldn't see them.
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
