Example Sentences

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She said he seemed to be in quite good condition, aside from some superficial scrapes.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Instead of using soap or chemicals, it physically scrapes away dirt and marks from surfaces.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

Simmons praised DoorDash for offering her the “flexibility” that allows her to take care of her sick husband and family as she scrapes for “every extra dollar.”

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

Once infected, the flea spreads the disease to humans when flea feces is rubbed into cuts or scrapes on the skin or the eyes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

It had some scrapes and scratches, but no major damage.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown