chalk out
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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He stared down at the barbell and clapped chalk out of his hands.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 28, 2021
Until the government can chalk out a clear plan of action, citizens are leaning on one another and on social media platforms to cope with the current crisis.
From Slate ● Apr. 24, 2021
I steam and I try to get as much chalk out of my hair as I can.
From New York Times ● Feb. 23, 2018
Turkey is in a fix, and is unable to clearly chalk out its priorities.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 17, 2016
Superlong tentacles shoot out of their bodies and grab the chalk out of her hands; or brain control makes her think she is shrinking to the size of an ant when really she is normal.
From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins
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