clawing Definition
- 1to scratch or dig with claws or fingernails
- 2to struggle or fight in a desperate or fierce manner
Using clawing: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "clawing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The cat was clawing the furniture.
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He was clawing at the dirt to make a hole.
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She was clawing her way up the steep hill.
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The boxer was clawing his way back into the fight.
clawing Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: clawing in Brief
The verb 'clawing' [klɔːɪŋ] refers to scratching or digging with claws or fingernails, as well as struggling or fighting fiercely. Examples include 'The cat was clawing the furniture,' and 'The boxer was clawing his way back into the fight.' Synonyms include 'scratch,' 'dig,' 'tear,' and 'rip.'
