scuff
Example Sentences
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Keeping my eyes on the scuffed gray paint above the television should soothe my nerves.
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He was wearing faded jeans, scuffed work boots, and a sleeveless T-shirt that showed off his tan and well-defined biceps and forearms.
From Literature
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The striker scuffed the ball home from close range.
From Barron's
He wears scuffed shoes and a striped necktie as a belt.
From Literature
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We head for seats near Ray, Boo scuffing along in the giant boots, me holding her hand to keep her upright.
From Literature
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