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clawing

VERB

using sharp nail

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dig rip scratch

STRONG

break graze hurt itch lacerate mangle maul open scrabble scrap scrape tear

Antonyms

STRONG

agree cure fix heal help hide mend wait

Example Sentences

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The rupee was last trading at 95.6075 to the dollar, clawing back some ground after hitting another record low on Tuesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Fabio's prediction: Carrick seems to have the knack of clawing a win even when United are not playing great.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Like a zombie clawing its stiff, cold hand through the dirt of its grave, VHS refuses to die.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Several software stocks were clawing their way back after slumping amid rekindled AI-disruption fears.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

The ogres stopped clawing and biting and pounding and lunging and kicking and looked at me trustfully.

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine