Scratch and Smudge

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Scratch noun - A harsh grating sound.

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Smudge and scratch are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Smudge" instead the word "Scratch" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: scratched, scratchy, scratching

Smudge noun - A mark of guilt or disgrace.

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Scratch and smudge are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Scratch" instead the word "Smudge" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: smudged, smudgy, smudging

single	single scratch	single smudge
small	small scratch	small smudge
little	little scratch	little smudge
tiny	tiny scratch	tiny smudge
Other adjectives: slightest, nary.

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