scrape
verb (used with object)
to deprive of or free from an outer layer, adhering matter, etc., or to smooth by drawing or rubbing something, especially a sharp or rough instrument, over the surface.
scraped
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past participleof scrape.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof scrape.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
scrapeverb (used with object)to deprive of or free from an outer layer, adhering matter, etc., or to smooth by drawing or rubbing something, especially a sharp or rough instrument, over the surface.
Example Sentences
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Promoters scraped out regional fiefdoms where transient performers would fight for a spell before jumping ship in search of better deals.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
A curdled mug of nostalgia for adult-size puppets leading children around candy-hued soundstage sets, “Buddy” is a horror comedy scraped from the fuzzy lining of low-rent kiddie programming.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
“But we’ve barely scraped the surface in terms of understanding.”
From Slate ● Aug. 26, 2026
Twitch's chief product officer Mike Minton previously said he did not know if users' data had been scraped for training before it gave people the opportunity to opt-out.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
Jay scraped my dish clean and put it in the sink along with his.
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
