Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scrape (by or through)
Verb
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Or even how the sky and its painterly clouds seem to carry on and on in perpetuity.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
14 July 2025 -
Matlock worked with Iggy Pop and Johnny Thunders, while lifelong friends Jones and Cook attempted to carry on together as the Professionals, but struggled to find relevance in the MTV era.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
12 July 2025
Verb
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At a time when the American government's tariff policies and 51st state talk about Canada are creating tension, the people of Detroit and Windsor seem to be getting along just fine, thank you.—
Julie Hinds,
Freep.com,
10 July 2025
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When introducing new ducks or geese to an existing group, caregivers should proceed with care to avoid conflict—keeping at least three that get along well, and avoiding mixing birds of very different sizes, which can lead to bullying.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
Verb
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This led to a steamy make out session in the secluded daybed, which is notorious for intimate moments on the series.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
30 June 2025
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As a share of after-tax income, that group would make out best.—
Howard Gleckman,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
Verb
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Even on this small scale, getting on the ballot will be a tough task, never mind actually winning.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
11 July 2025
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If Brooks could get on, Fernando Tatis Jr. was coming up.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 July 2025
Verb
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While dwarf varieties of foxglove (Digitalis spp.) will often get by without staking, taller types tend to become top-heavy.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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The company sold enough to get by, but the Curly Kit marked its first major success.—
Kelli María Korducki,
thehustle.co,
11 July 2025
Verb
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This includes positive coping strategies such as reframing negative thoughts, practicing grounding techniques and seeking professional mental health support.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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With over 660 comments on the viral TikTok video, internet users can't cope with Nicole's way of cheering up her granddog.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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“Scrape (by or through).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scrape%20%28by%20or%20through%29. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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