scuff
verb (used with object)
to scrape (something) with one's foot or feet.
scuffing
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present participleof scuff.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Pile on enough and you flirt with the risk of scuffing the roof of your mouth, which feels, to me, like an essential part of the experience.
From Salon ● Dec. 16, 2025
Even his recent movies have seemed a little embarrassed by the guy, scuffing him up with cynicism.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2025
Toney also provided the second-half cross Keane Lewis-Potter failed to covert from close range and also, through his strength and awareness, triggered an attack that ended with the former Hull man scuffing a shot wide.
From BBC ● Jan. 20, 2024
“Guys were cutting balls and stuff like that, scuffing and altering balls.”
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 1, 2022
"I'm sorry," I repeat, and I start scuffing dirt over the scattered vomit.
From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman
