clawed

American

[klawd] / klɔd /

adjective

having claws (sometimes used in combination).

sharp-clawed.

Other Word Forms

unclawed adjective

Etymology

Origin of clawed

First recorded in 1250–1300, clawed is from the Middle English word claued. See claw, -ed ³

Example Sentences

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"We've seen people storm through and seen people collapse," Faldo, who famously clawed back Greg Norman's six-shot lead after 54 holes in 1996, said on Sky Sports.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Super Micro’s stock clawed back some ground Monday as the market bounced on the latest Iran war development.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

While the Lancers clawed back to within five points, the gap only widened from there.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

While it clawed back a substantial part of those losses Thursday, rising 9.6 percent, observers remained cautious.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

I am mesmerized by their perfect tiny beaks, their creamy clawed feet, and their layered gray feathers that fold together like a beautiful silk fan.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson

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