claw
noun
a sharp, usually curved, nail on the foot of an animal, as on a cat, dog, or bird.
is clawing
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present progressiveof claw (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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With tourism and remittances from Sri Lankan workers abroad picking up again, the country is clawing its way back but still has a mountain to climb.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2023
Goldman said in October it is clawing back $174 million from a dozen current and former executives, including Solomon and his predecessor, Lloyd Blankfein.
From Reuters ● Jan. 26, 2021
Bateman’s performance is at its best when Marty is clawing his way out of unexpected pits and traps, and Linney’s curt and shielded Wendy brings out the finest version of the worst in his character.
From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2017
Indeed, three weeks after the Sept. 8 deal was first announced, federal prosecutors and labor regulators are investigating the bank, Wells Fargo is clawing back compensation from Stumpf and a House committee hearing is scheduled for Thursday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2016
The Serpent is twined around his body, the Scorpion is clawing at one leg.
From Myths and Marvels of Astronomy by Richard A. (Richard Anthony) Proctor
