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Scratch

/skrˈætʃ/
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(verb) To rub a surface with a sharp object, especially by a living creature to remove itching with nails, claws, etc.

Don't scratch your mosquito bite. It'll get inflamed.
The cat will scratch you if you provoke it.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She had to ____ the surface of the card to reveal the prize underneath.

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