rub against
Frequency: 7.614.2 per million words
to move back and forth while in contact with a surface
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Examples (10)
- The cat rubbed against my legs.
- The child was rubbing against the wall, leaving a faint mark.
- Strong winds made the tree branches rub against the roof.
- You should avoid letting the wires rub against the metal casing.
- He felt the rough fabric rub against his skin as he moved.
- If the door continues to rub against the frame, it will need adjustment.
- The constant rubbing against the stone had smoothed its surface.
- My dog loves to rub against my leg when he wants attention.
- Make sure the loose cable doesn't rub against any sharp edges.
- The boat's hull began to rub against the rocky shore during the storm.