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scratching

ADJECTIVE
grating
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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Simply shining blue light onto the mice triggered the same scratching behavior seen during mechanical stimulation, providing strong evidence that these neurons directly produce the itch sensation.

From Science Daily Jul. 14, 2026

He told AFP about one of the rescued, who he heard "scratching at a wall."

From Barron's Jul. 1, 2026

"In essence, if someone was just scratching on a bit of concrete, we'd be able to pick that up," he says, "even if they are entombed in the building".

From BBC Jun. 29, 2026

In April, when Rojas got news that his father had been rushed to the hospital, Roberts quickly took the decision on whether to play out of Rojas’ hands, scratching him from the lineup.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 28, 2026

He came out, frowning and scratching his belly.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce




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