100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "scrape"

Definition

The verb scrape refers to the action of removing a thin layer from a surface by using a sharp or hard implement, or the act of rubbing or dragging something across a surface, often resulting in a sound or a mark. It can also mean to gather or collect something with effort.

Synonyms

• Abrade
• Scratch
• Scuff
• Scour
• Shave
• Strip
• Rub
• Remove
• Clean
• Peel

Antonyms

• Smooth
• Polish
• Add
• Apply
• Enrich
• Preserve
• Protect

Examples

1. She used a knife to scrape the paint off the old furniture.
2. I had to scrape the ice off my car windshield this morning.
3. The dog tried to scrape the dirt from its paws after the walk.
4. He decided to scrape together some money for a new bike.
5. The chef gently scraped the burnt bits off the bottom of the pan.
6. I will scrape the label off the jar before recycling it.
7. The child began to scrape the surface of the paper with a pencil.
8. They had to scrape away the old wallpaper before painting.
9. She had to scrape her knee after falling off her bike.
10. He scraped the bottom of the barrel to find a solution.
11. I need to scrape the last bit of peanut butter from the jar.
12. The cat tried to scrape its claws on the scratching post.
13. She had to scrape off the mud from her boots before entering.
14. The mechanic will scrape the rust off the metal parts.
15. He quickly scraped his plate clean after dinner.
16. The artist scraped the canvas to create texture.
17. I accidentally scraped my arm against the rough wall.
18. They had to scrape together enough funds for the project.
19. She scraped the ice cream scoop against the bowl to get the last bit.
20. The worker scraped the old adhesive from the floor.
21. He used a credit card to scrape the sticker off the window.
22. She carefully scraped the frosting off the cake to start over.
23. The kids scraped their knees while playing outside.
24. He scraped his chin on the edge of the table.
25. The contractor will scrape the old paint before repainting.
26. After the storm, we had to scrape the debris from the porch.
27. She scraped her fingernails against the chalkboard, making a screeching sound.
28. The janitor had to scrape gum off the floor.
29. He scraped a few coins together for the bus fare.
30. She scraped the last remnants of food from the frying pan.
31. I always scrape my shoes before entering the house.
32. The athlete scraped the competition to win the gold medal.
33. He scraped his shoe against the pavement to remove the mud.
34. She had to scrape the barnacles off the boat.
35. They scraped the old linoleum to replace the flooring.
36. He scraped the ice off his fishing hole.
37. The child scraped the surface of the snow with a stick.
38. She scraped together her courage to speak in front of the class.
39. The gardener scraped away the weeds from the flower bed.
40. He scraped the bottom of the pot to get the last bit of stew.
41. The artist will scrape the paint to create a new effect.
42. She had to scrape up the money to pay her bills.
43. The team scraped by with a narrow victory.
44. He scraped his paintbrush against the edge of the can.
45. The children scraped the surface of the ice to make it smooth.
46. She scraped the old sticker off her laptop.
47. He scraped the bark off the tree to make a carving.
48. They scraped the soil away to plant the seeds.
49. She scraped her credit card to make a purchase online.
50. The dog scraped its paws on the doormat.
51. He scraped the money together from his savings.
52. The artist scraped off excess paint to achieve a clean finish.
53. She scraped her back against the rough wall.
54. The chef will scrape the grill clean after cooking.
55. They scraped their plates into the compost bin.
56. He had to scrape the rust off his bicycle.
57. She scraped the last bit of frosting from the bowl.
58. The hiker scraped the moss off the rocks.
59. He scraped the bottom of the basket for leftover fruit.
60. The worker scraped away the old ceiling tiles.
61. She scraped the paint from the window frame.
62. He scraped the files together for the presentation.
63. The children scraped the snow off their sleds.
64. She scraped the car door against the garage wall.
65. He scraped the surface of the desk to remove the pencil marks.
66. They scraped the old varnish off the table.
67. I had to scrape my way through the crowd to get to the front.
68. The dog scraped its collar against the fence.
69. She scraped the crumbs off the table after breakfast.
70. He scraped the metal to prepare it for painting.
71. The team scraped a win in the final minutes of the game.
72. She scraped her knee on the gravel.
73. He scraped away the frost to reveal the window.
74. The children scraped together their allowances to buy a toy.
75. She scraped the surface of the ice to create a smoother path.
76. He scraped the old paint from the door frame.
77. They scraped the dirt from their shoes before entering the house.
78. She scraped the last bits of glue from her hands.
79. He scraped the bottom of the pot to get the last bit of sauce.
80. The artist scraped the canvas to create a unique design.
81. She scraped the dust off the shelf.
82. He scraped his foot against the edge of the curb.
83. They scraped the ice off the driveway after the storm.
84. She scraped together her notes for the report.
85. He scraped the excess paint from his brush.
86. The contractor will scrape the old shingles off the roof.
87. She scraped the old wallpaper off the walls.
88. He scraped the rust off his tools to keep them in good condition.
89. The children scraped the ice off the pond to skate.
90. She scraped the dirt from her hands after gardening.
91. He scraped the last pieces of bread from the plate.
92. They scraped the surface of the lake to check for fish.
93. She scraped the old paint off the chair.
94. He scraped the surface of the snow to make a snowman.
95. The artist scraped the paint off the palette to reuse it.
96. She scraped the old glue off the craft project.
97. He scraped the bark from the log to make a fire.
98. They scraped the ice off the football field before the game.
99. She scraped her way through the difficult task.
100. He scraped the last bit of chocolate from the bowl.