scratching
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In the post, Wouter was pictured wearing a dog cone, which is used to prevent pets from licking, chewing or scratching surgical sites or wounds.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026
Staff at Tabata’s hotel heard scratching in the visitors’ suitcases.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
This announcement of another independent committee will no doubt leave some people scratching their heads.
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
Laurie Bolewitz reads a spooky “tale” to sleepover guests as a black cat perches on a scratching post.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
If they can be taught to stop scratching and howling, then maybe...well, maybe so can I.” He gestured with his cigar.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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