clawed
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
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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The Spice Girl turned fashion designer clawed her way out of debt and posted record profits.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
"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
Hallgrimsson's side could have been out of sight but for the post which denied Jason Molumby in the second period and Czech goalkeeper Matej Kovar who clawed away a Parrott header.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
While the Lancers clawed back to within five points, the gap only widened from there.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026
A whole bush crashed into Natalie and clawed at her face.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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