begin to rub

Frequency: 6.26.5 per million words

to start the action of rubbing

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Examples (10)

  • He began to rub his hands together in glee.
  • As the temperature dropped, her fingers began to rub against each other to stay warm.
  • When the pain started, she began to rub her temple gently.
  • The old engine would often begin to rub and squeak after extended use.
  • After applying the lotion, you should begin to rub it into your skin in circular motions.
  • I could feel the scratchy fabric begin to rub against my arm, causing irritation.
  • He will begin to rub the wood with sandpaper to smooth the surface.
  • Whenever he was nervous, he would begin to rub his beard thoughtfully.
  • The two branches began to rub against each other vigorously in the strong wind.
  • If you begin to rub the stain immediately, it might come out completely.