Scratch out

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verb

To erase or remove something by rubbing or scraping.

He scratched out the incorrect answer in his notebook.
Visual representation of "scratch out" - To erase or remove something by rubbing or scraping.

Often appears as...

  • scratch out a mistake
  • scratch out words
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Correction Action

Often used when someone corrects written mistakes by physically removing them.

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She scratched out the misspelled words in her essay.
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Not Final

Suggests that what's written is not permanent and can be changed.

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The draft had several figures scratched out and revised.
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Visible Effort

Shows effort was made to remove something, often leaving marks.

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Instructions were visible where he had scratched out his personal details.
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