Drift and Scuff

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Drift verb - To move or proceed smoothly and readily.

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Scuff is an antonym for drift.

Nearby Words: drifted, drifting, drifter, driftage

Scuff verb - To move heavily or clumsily.

Usage example: the miners scuffed past in heavy boots

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Drift is an antonym for scuff.

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