scratch
Example Sentences
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The novice cook decides every condiment ought to be made from scratch.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
It's better Clarke handles this rather than throwing in a newbie to start from scratch.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
The harder problem is building a legal system from scratch to prosecute them.
From Slate • May 27, 2026
After all, an AI agent is good at creating itineraries from scratch and incorporating your preferences and budget into whatever format somebody likes.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
Jack removes his baseball cap with a flick of his wrist, using its bill to scratch the top of his head.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
Vocabulary lists containing scratch
The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 1
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"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act III
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The New SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words
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