Dig and Scratch

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Dig

Dig verb - To hollow out or form (something) by removing earth.
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Scratch is a synonym for dig in cut into topic. In some cases you can use "Scratch" instead a verb "Dig".
Nearby Words: digging, digged

Scratch

Scratch verb - To damage by rubbing against a sharp or rough surface.
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Dig is a synonym for scratch in cut into topic. Sometimes you can use "Dig" instead a verb "Scratch".
Nearby Words: scratched, scratchy, scratching

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How words are described

common common dig common scratch
single single dig single scratch
small small dig small scratch
massive massive dig massive scratch
Other adjectives: little.

Common collocations

guy dig guy scratch guy
way dig way scratch way
cat dig cat scratch cat

Both words in one sentence

  • Videogame / Dark Tales The cut gem can still cut or irritate the eye socket, leading the cat to dig or scratch it out; the eye socket could also become infected or gangrenous.
    Source: Videogame / Dark Tales
  • Video Game / Terraria You start from scratch with little more than a pickaxe and some trees and end up crafting epic-level equipment to fight massive demons, dig cave systems throughout the land, and build a fortress that can withstand full-on invasions.
    Source: Video Game / Terraria
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