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Damaging The Surface Of Crossword Clue
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SCRATCHING which was last seen in the Telegraph Cross Atlantic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SCRATCHING
Updated: May 26, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "SCRATCHING" which means:
- noun
- • A harsh noise made by scraping verb
- • To rub a surface with a sharp object, especially by a living creature to remove itching with nails, claws, etc.
- • To rub the skin with rough material causing a sensation of irritation; to cause itching.
- • To mark a surface with a sharp object, thereby leaving a scratch (noun).
- • To cross out, strike out, strike through some text on a page.
- • To produce a distinctive sound on a turntable by moving a vinyl record back and forth while manipulating the crossfader (see also scratching).
- • To commit a foul in pool, as where the cue ball is put into a pocket or jumps off the table.
- • To score, not by skillful play but by some fortunate chance of the game.
- • To write or draw hastily or awkwardly; scrawl.
- • To dig or excavate with the claws.
- • To dig or scrape (a person's skin) with claws or fingernails in self-defense or with the intention to injure.
An example sentence would be:
- • "I heard a scratching sound coming from the attic."
- • "The scratching on the door startled me."
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