100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "claw"
Definition
The verb claw means to use one's claws or hands to scratch, tear, or pull at something. It can also refer to making a vigorous or desperate attempt to grasp or achieve something.
Synonyms
- Scratch
- Tear
- Rake
- Grapple
- Clutch
- Scrape
- Dig
- Pull
Antonyms
- Release
- Let go
- Surrender
- Yield
- Free
Examples
- The cat clawed at the furniture in frustration.
- She clawed her way through the dense underbrush.
- The child clawed at the sand in the sandbox.
- He clawed his way to the top of the mountain.
- The dog clawed at the door to be let in.
- She clawed desperately at the walls during the panic.
- The bear clawed at the tree trunk in search of food.
- He clawed through the pile of papers looking for his notes.
- The toddler clawed at her mother's leg for attention.
- The athlete clawed back into the race after falling behind.
- The raven clawed at the ground for worms.
- She clawed her way through the crowded market.
- The kitten clawed playfully at the string.
- He clawed at the surface of the water in a futile attempt to swim.
- The monster clawed at the door, trying to break in.
- The student clawed through the textbooks to prepare for finals.
- She clawed at the blanket, trying to get comfortable.
- The fox clawed at the earth to find a burrow.
- He clawed his way back into the game after a setback.
- The child clawed at his toys, searching for his favorite.
- She clawed at the fabric of her dress in nervousness.
- The raccoon clawed at the trash can for food.
- He clawed the ice off the windshield in the morning.
- The dragon clawed at the knight's armor.
- She clawed through the icy snow to find her phone.
- The athlete clawed his way to victory against all odds.
- The cat clawed the couch, leaving scratch marks.
- He clawed at the rocks to keep from slipping.
- The toddler clawed at the cookie jar on the shelf.
- She clawed at the edge of the cliff to pull herself up.
- The wolf clawed at the ground, digging for a bone.
- He clawed his way through a tough workout.
- The child clawed at the wrapping paper with excitement.
- She clawed her way back into the conversation.
- The bear clawed at the ice in search of fish.
- He clawed the dirt away from the buried treasure.
- The kitten clawed at the cardboard box.
- She clawed at her hair in frustration during the exam.
- The crab clawed at the sand as it moved.
- He clawed at the rope to pull himself up.
- The lion clawed at the ground in preparation to pounce.
- She clawed through the weeds in her garden.
- The dog clawed at the carpet, digging in excitement.
- He clawed at the pages of the magazine, searching for an article.
- The child clawed at the mud with his hands.
- She clawed her way through the difficulties of life.
- The raccoon clawed at the fence, trying to get through.
- He clawed at his own skin out of anxiety.
- The bird clawed at the tree bark to build its nest.
- She clawed at the fabric of her dress during the performance.
- The cat clawed at the scratching post in delight.
- He clawed through the icy waters to retrieve the ball.
- The toddler clawed at the toy, desperate to play.
- She clawed at the dirt, searching for her lost ring.
- The athlete clawed his way through the tough competition.
- The dog clawed at the door, wanting to go outside.
- He clawed at the air, trying to swim in the shallow water.
- The lion clawed at the ground, asserting its dominance.
- She clawed her way to the front of the line.
- The child clawed at the book, eager to read.
- He clawed at his homework, trying to finish on time.
- The cat clawed at the window, wanting to go out.
- She clawed at the ice on the sidewalk.
- The raccoon clawed its way into the garbage can.
- He clawed at the sand, making a castle.
- The dog clawed at the bed, trying to get comfortable.
- She clawed her way through the tough crowd at the concert.
- The bear clawed at the rock to scratch its back.
- He clawed at the wall, trying to climb higher.
- The child clawed at the puzzle pieces, trying to fit them together.
- She clawed her way through the dense fog.
- The cat clawed at its owner’s leg playfully.
- He clawed at the keyboard, typing furiously.
- The dog clawed at the ground, trying to dig a hole.
- She clawed through the pages of the book for answers.
- The fox clawed at the snow, looking for food.
- He clawed at his face in frustration.
- The child clawed at the toy, excited to open it.
- She clawed at the fabric of her shirt, feeling nervous.
- The athlete clawed through the pain to finish the race.
- The bear clawed at the ice, trying to find fish.
- He clawed at the weeds in his garden.
- The raccoon clawed at the latch, trying to open the gate.
- She clawed at the air, trying to reach the balloon.
- The dog clawed at the tree, marking its territory.
- He clawed through the brush to find the path.
- The child clawed at the candy wrapper.
- She clawed at the rope, trying to pull herself up.
- The fox clawed at the ground, looking for something to eat.
- He clawed at the surface of the water in desperation.
- The cat clawed at the scratching post until it fell over.
- She clawed at the fabric, feeling overwhelmed by the situation.
- The athlete clawed his way back into the game.
- The dog clawed at the door, eager to go for a walk.
- He clawed at the ice, trying to rescue the trapped fish.
- The child clawed at the puzzle, determined to finish it.
- She clawed her way through the crowded subway.
- The bear clawed at the tree, sharpening its claws.
- He clawed at the ground, trying to find something he lost.
- The kitten clawed at the shoelaces with curiosity.