scuff
Example Sentences
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Beyond a couple of scuff marks and some debris jammed into the treads, our sojourn had left the shoes looking much as they had when I’d first taken them off the shelf.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
Andy O’Bryan, who co-founded an online group for entrepreneurs interested in AI, said he’s seen more people trying to scuff up AI-generated prose with typos or run-on sentences.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
First, users of the iconic flame maker tend to become very sentimental about them, cherishing each engraving, embellishment scuff and dent that incurred over a lifetime of sparking.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023
That means you can ask your bank to waive late fees or overcharge fees, or ask for a discount on shoes that have a scuff on them.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 25, 2023
I grabbed the Magic 8 Ball and rubbed the scuff mark as I looked down into its round window.
From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia
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