100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "scratches"

Definition

"Scratches" is a common noun that refers to marks or lines made on a surface by scraping or abrading it, often caused by something sharp or rough. It can also denote minor injuries caused by a sharp object that break the skin but are not deep.

Synonyms

• Marks
• Scrapes
• Cuts
• Gouges
• Indentations
• Abrasions
• Scuffs

Antonyms

• Smoothness
• Flatness
• Perfection
• Cleanness

Examples

1. The cat scratches the furniture when it gets bored.
2. She scratches her head in confusion.
3. He scratches the surface of the wood to prepare it for painting.
4. The dog scratches at the door to be let inside.
5. After the fall, she had several scratches on her arm.
6. The tree's bark scratches my skin when I walk too close.
7. He scratches off the old paint before applying a new coat.
8. The little girl scratches her name into the sand.
9. The athlete scratches his leg during the game.
10. She scratches her ticket to see if she won.
11. The child scratches the surface of the paper with a pencil.
12. He scratches his beard while thinking.
13. The artist scratches lines into the canvas for texture.
14. My dog often scratches at his collar.
15. The mechanic scratches his head, puzzled by the engine issue.
16. He scratches the itch on his back.
17. She scratches a note in her planner.
18. The noise outside scratches at my concentration.
19. The gardener scratches the soil to aerate it.
20. The raccoon scratches through the trash can for food.
21. He scratches his ticket, hoping for a win.
22. The little boy scratches his toy car against the pavement.
23. The teacher scratches a point on the board.
24. She scratches her initials into the wood.
25. The artist scratches the surface to reveal layers beneath.
26. The cat scratches the post to sharpen its claws.
27. He scratches a few ideas down for his next project.
28. She scratches the back of her head, contemplating.
29. The child scratches at the mosquito bite.
30. He scratches his arm absentmindedly.
31. The student scratches out the wrong answer on the test.
32. She scratches the chalkboard to get everyone's attention.
33. The horse scratches against the fence to relieve itself.
34. He scratches the surface of the ice while skating.
35. The kitten scratches the carpet playfully.
36. She scratches her scalp, trying to think of the answer.
37. The painter scratches a line to create a shadow effect.
38. He scratches the record to start the music again.
39. She scratches an itch on her leg.
40. The explorer scratches his name into the cave wall.
41. The dog scratches behind its ear.
42. He scratches a match to light the fire.
43. The child scratches at the surface of the ice.
44. She scratches the list of groceries as she shops.
45. The surgeon scratches a mark on the patient's skin.
46. He scratches the back of his neck nervously.
47. The climber scratches his way up the mountain face.
48. She scratches the title in her notebook.
49. The repairman scratches the surface to assess the damage.
50. He scratches his chin thoughtfully.
51. The boy scratches his head, unsure of the answer.
52. She scratches the car with her keys accidentally.
53. The student scratches out the wrong name on the paper.
54. He scratches the dog behind the ears.
55. The mechanic scratches a note on his clipboard.
56. She scratches the fabric to check its quality.
57. The raccoon scratches at the door for food.
58. He scratches the back of his hand absentmindedly.
59. The child scratches the surface of the wax with a crayon.
60. She scratches her name on the guest list.
61. The artist scratches in details on the sculpture.
62. He scratches the paint off the old car.
63. The gardener scratches the ground to plant seeds.
64. She scratches her eyelid, feeling sleepy.
65. The skateboarder scratches the pavement with his board.
66. He scratches at the label to see what's inside.
67. The teacher scratches a mistake off the board.
68. She scratches her arm where the mosquito bit her.
69. The child scratches the dirt with a stick.
70. He scratches his wrist, feeling irritated.
71. The artist scratches a line and then erases it.
72. She scratches the back of her chair.
73. The cat scratches at the door to be let out.
74. He scratches the surface of the metal to remove rust.
75. The dog scratches at the ground, digging for a bone.
76. She scratches her head in disbelief at the news.
77. The climber scratches his skin on the rocky ledge.
78. He scratches the label off the bottle.
79. The child scratches his toy against the wall.
80. She scratches the idea off her list.
81. The cat scratches the sofa, leaving marks.
82. He scratches his nose when he’s deep in thought.
83. The artist scratches details into the clay.
84. She scratches her chin, pondering the decision.
85. The dog scratches its collar, trying to get it off.
86. He scratches the surface of his memory for the answer.
87. The little girl scratches her drawing onto the pavement.
88. She scratches a line through her to-do list.
89. The cat scratches at a fly buzzing nearby.
90. He scratches his head, confused by the puzzle.
91. The painter scratches the brush against the canvas.
92. She scratches her back, trying to reach the itch.
93. The gardener scratches the weeds out of the flower bed.
94. He scratches his fingers along the guitar strings.
95. The child scratches the surface of the lake with a stick.
96. She scratches a mark on the wall to track her height.
97. The athlete scratches during the competition due to injury.
98. He scratches at the mosquito buzzing by his ear.
99. The technician scratches the surface of the circuit board.
100. She scratches notes in her journal after the event.