paw
noun
the foot of an animal having claws.
Example Sentences
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I pawed through the outer lands of my mother’s closet before asking if I could alter a navy trapeze-style dress she no longer wore.
From Salon ● Jun. 12, 2026
The paint changed hands, the tempo rose, the men pawed each other freely, using touch and color to shake off their invisibility.
From New York Times ● May 12, 2022
He pawed with his jab in the first couple of rounds but started throwing the punch with greater force and following it with straight rights.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 8, 2022
Officials said the animal pawed its way into the bedroom and bit its owner on the arm as the fire took hold.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 2, 2022
They squealed and pawed their way up to her with their eyes still sealed.
From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech
