scrape carefully

Frequency: 6.53.1 per million words

to scrape in a precise and cautious manner

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Examples (10)

  • She carefully scraped away the top layer of paint.
  • The chef had to scrape the burnt bits off the pan carefully to avoid damaging it.
  • When restoring old paintings, conservators must carefully scrape off dirt and varnish.
  • He was told to scrape the ice off the windshield carefully so as not to scratch the glass.
  • Always scrape the residue from the surface carefully before applying a new coat.
  • The archaeologist carefully scraped soil from around the ancient artifact.
  • You must scrape the delicate surface carefully to avoid causing any scratches.
  • I will carefully scrape the frosting off the cake.
  • She has been carefully scraping the old wallpaper for hours.
  • Please scrape the bottom of the pot carefully to remove the stubborn food.