scuff
verb (used with object)
to scrape (something) with one's foot or feet.
Example Sentences
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If you have ever used a "magic eraser" sponge to scrub away scuffs on white shoes or crayon marks on a wall, you have seen how powerful these cleaners can be.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 18, 2026
"It's a tragedy. It's terrible. I've been hiring bikes for 10 years and nothing like this has ever happened before. Not even scuffs and bumps," Mr Mines said.
From BBC ● Feb. 14, 2025
This is for an inspection condition report, she explains, to record even the tiniest scuffs, scratches or any other flaws, a process undertaken when the cars arrive and when they leave the museum.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 6, 2023
But don't give up hope until you've tried scrubbing 'em clean, and if they still have some scuffs?
From Salon ● Nov. 25, 2022
Made it all the way down there with no scuffs.
From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds
