100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "scum"

Definition

1. Scum (noun): A layer of dirt or froth that forms on the surface of a liquid, especially in stagnant water or during the boiling process of certain liquids.
2. Scum (noun): A contemptible or worthless person or group regarded as socially undesirable or inferior.

Synonyms

1. Foam
2. Froth
3. Residue
4. Dregs
5. Waste
6. Rubbish
7. Filth
8. Trash
9. Scoundrels
10. Lowlifes

Antonyms

1. Purity
2. Cleanliness
3. Excellence
4. Worthiness
5. Respectability

Examples

1. The pond scummed over with algae after weeks of warm weather.
2. He was considered the scum of the city for his criminal activities.
3. After the storm, the water in the pool scummed with debris.
4. The chef noticed a thin layer of scum forming on the soup as it simmered.
5. They tried to clean the scum off the surface of the old fish tank.
6. The media often portrays such individuals as the scum of society.
7. The dish had a scum of grease floating on top.
8. They were quick to scum the surface of the conversation with trivial matters.
9. The scum that collected on the surface was removed before serving.
10. He felt like scum for betraying his best friend.
11. They used a net to scum the algae from the pond.
12. The scum in the river was a sign of pollution.
13. The film of scum on the surface made it difficult to see the water below.
14. It’s hard to ignore the scum that sometimes emerges in group dynamics.
15. The scientist noted that the liquid began to scum as it cooled.
16. She felt that the gossipers were the scum of the community.
17. The scum on the surface indicated that the water was not safe for swimming.
18. He swept his hand across the liquid to scum off the layer of impurities.
19. The scum that formed after boiling needs to be removed for the broth to be clear.
20. They labeled those who spread false rumors as scum.
21. It took hours to scum the tank and make it look presentable again.
22. The scum of the film industry often gets more attention than the talent.
23. After the rain, the scum from the streets washed into the drainage.
24. The researcher was careful not to scum the surface of the sample.
25. Even the best neighborhoods have their share of scum.
26. He tried to scum the conversation away from the awkward topic.
27. The scum on the surface of the water was a sign of stagnation.
28. She couldn’t believe the scum that was allowed to run free in her town.
29. They had to scum off the top layer to reveal the clean water underneath.
30. The critics called the new show scum for its lack of originality.
31. The scum floating on the coffee made it unappetizing.
32. He felt like he was sinking into scum after making that mistake.
33. The scum from the cooking process needs to be filtered out.
34. Community efforts often seek to eliminate the scum of crime and violence.
35. The lake looked inviting until they noticed the scum on the surface.
36. The volunteers worked hard to scum the trash from the beach.
37. His reputation was tarnished, and he felt like the scum of the earth.
38. The scum in the old well indicated it hadn't been used in years.
39. She was determined to scum away the negativity in her life.
40. The scum seen in the water was evidence of neglect.
41. He didn’t want to be associated with those he deemed scum.
42. To ensure a good brew, you must scum the top layer of the liquid.
43. The scum left behind after the party was overwhelming.
44. He realized he had surrounded himself with scum instead of friends.
45. The pool maintenance crew had to scum the entire surface to clean it.
46. The scum on the surface of the milk indicated it had gone bad.
47. The townspeople banded together to rid their community of scum.
48. During the experiment, they had to scum off the precipitate.
49. They tried to scum their way to the top, but it didn't work.
50. The scum of social media often spreads misinformation quickly.
51. She felt she needed to scum her life of all the toxic influences.
52. The scum that formed after boiling was carefully skimmed off.
53. The article exposed the scum that lurked in the shadows of the city.
54. He didn’t want to be part of the scum that took advantage of others.
55. The scum that accumulated in the corners required scrubbing.
56. They tried to scum their way to a better reputation but failed.
57. The scum on the surface of the broth made it look unappetizing.
58. The group was labeled as scum for their unethical behavior.
59. After the heavy rain, the streets were covered in a scum of mud.
60. The scum in the pool indicated it hadn’t been cleaned in a while.
61. He wanted to scum off the bad memories and start fresh.
62. The scum of the party scene often leads to trouble.
63. They had to scum the petri dish before introducing new cultures.
64. She felt like the scum of the universe for her actions.
65. The scum at the bottom of the bucket was hard to remove.
66. The scum that formed on the lake was a sign of environmental issues.
67. He didn’t want to associate with the scum that frequented the bar.
68. They needed to scum the surface to get a clear view of the water.
69. The scum of the industry often undermines genuine talent.
70. The scum left behind by the boiling process needed to be cleaned.
71. He felt that getting involved would only lead to scum.
72. The scum floating in the drink made it look disgusting.
73. They aimed to scum off the superficiality of the event.
74. The scum that floated on the lake made it uninviting.
75. He was quickly branded as scum by those who knew him well.
76. To improve the brew, you must scum the top layer regularly.
77. The scum that clung to the sides of the container was hard to remove.
78. They tried to scum the topic away from politics, but it kept coming back.
79. The scum in the pool was a result of poor maintenance.
80. He couldn’t shake the feeling of being scum after the incident.
81. The scum on the surface indicated it was time to clean the tank.
82. They had to scum the excess from the mixture for a better result.
83. The scum in the community needed to be addressed by the leaders.
84. He prided himself on not being part of the scum that plagued the area.
85. The scum that formed during cooking must be removed for a clear broth.
86. He had to scum away the doubts that plagued his mind.
87. The scum floating on the surface was an eyesore.
88. They wanted to scum the negativity from their lives.
89. The scum of the technology world often exploits users for profit.
90. They worked together to scum the layer of dirt from the project.
91. The scum that collected at the bottom was not easy to clean.
92. He felt like a scum for not helping when he could.
93. They had to scum off the top layer to improve the mixture.
94. The scum that frequently surfaces in gossip can be damaging.
95. They aimed to scum away the distractions and focus on their goals.
96. The scum on the surface of the water was concerning to the residents.
97. He hated being labeled as scum by people who didn’t know him.
98. They needed to scum the surface to reveal the clarity underneath.
99. The scum that emerged during the meeting was unexpected.
100. She felt the need to scum her life of all negative influences.