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- verb Past participle of
scuff - adjective referring to something that has been scratched or marked by contact with another object
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Examples
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Sen. George Allen (R-VA) is running for re-election using the same tactics that worked for another George: portraying himself as a cowboy who stands -- in scuffed cowboy boots -- for "American values."
July 2006 2006
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To make his point, Webb campaigns in scuffed combat boots.
July 2006 2006
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In Adelaide the dryness of the surface may prompt more reverse swing when the ball becomes expertly scuffed, which is why the possibility of Ajmal Shahzad being employed there has been highlighted.
The Ashes 2010: England's bowlers can meet the Kookaburra challenge Vic Marks 2010
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On the contrary, it was considerably "scuffed;" and the green baize wrappers upon his limbs were faded to a greenish brown.
The Wild Huntress Love in the Wilderness Mayne Reid 1850
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"scuffed" as it is sometimes called, one may spread over their surface a little wet starch pretty thick, with a little alum added, applied with an old leather glove.
A Book for All Readers An Aid to the Collection, Use, and Preservation of Books and the Formation of Public and Private Libraries Ainsworth Rand Spofford
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Harry glanced at the drawn window curtains and stared at his scuffed hand.
Rogue Oracle 2011
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He doctored, scratched, scuffed balls, a penalty that carries the same suspension as Rafael Palmeiro's 10-game dismissal in 2005, but his Ph.
Colin Barnicle: Perception Becomes Reality With Hall of Fame Voters Colin Barnicle 2011
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He doctored, scratched, scuffed balls, a penalty that carries the same suspension as Rafael Palmeiro's 10-game dismissal in 2005, but his Ph.
Colin Barnicle: Perception Becomes Reality With Hall of Fame Voters Colin Barnicle 2011
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The hardwood floor was shiny yet scuffed, from the tiny chairs and desks that have rubbed against it for generations.
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They've only got a five year-old softball bat, a threadbare cap, three scuffed balls and nine second-hand gloves from a flea market.
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