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Difference between Scratch something off and Scratch something out

scratch something off

1. remove smth. by abrasion:

  • If you place objects on the bumper while you are loading the rear you will scratch the paint off.

2. write smth. hurriedly or carelessly:

  • The usual scene, Jenny singing and me scratching off letters for the second post.

scratch something outcancel an item on a list, etc. by drawing a line through it:

  • I write you my letter straightforward, and let you see all my scratchings out and puttings in.