SCUD Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of scud

as in blow

a sudden brief rush of wind a cold scud sent leaves skittering down from the trees

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verb

as in to scuttle

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Noun

Likewise, tiny freshwater shrimp called scuds provide another winter food source. — Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 2 Nov. 2023 Pink scud clouds over the bridges, Vauxhall, Lambeth, Battersea, spider-work. — Cynthia Zarin, The New York Review of Books, 29 June 2023

Verb

Big white clouds scudded across the blue sky, visible signs of the wind, which was invisible like God, cold, and marvelous. — Literary Hub, 23 July 2025 Low clouds scudded over the mountain, and heavy thunderheads rose on the horizon. — Jim Carmichel, Outdoor Life, 5 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for scud

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Noun

Meanwhile, Merz's power inside Germany has taken a blow after a string of state election defeats last month, including losses to the anti-migration and Russia-friendly Alternative for Germany party.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026
The community suffered another blow the following month with the death of Sandy Steers, the executive director of Friends of Big Bear Valley, the nonprofit behind the livestream.

— Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of blow

Verb

Gray-green eyes poked up from its small, round shell, which was the color of sand, and its legs made a soft, scuttling sound.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026
Having called out Paramount previously for alleged leaks that scuttled the last set of behind the scenes talks, Rob Bonta’s office today were 100% by the book.

— Dominic Patten, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of scuttle

Noun

Just four minutes before clearing the plane for landing, an air traffic controller had provided a wind advisory to a different flight, noting gusts of up to 25 mph (40 kph) from the south.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2026
That is well before a nor’easter began pounding the state’s barrier islands with 16-foot waves and 50 mph gusts.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of gust

Verb

But she, and New York Times journalists observing the raid, were soon distracted by a group of cockroaches scurrying past an oil canister.

— Zishaan a Latif, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026
Crew members scurry over to the actors with a gardening-type tool, opening the nozzle and blowing a cloud of yellow and red dust onto us.

— Kyle Maclachlan, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of scurry

Noun

There is also a focus on air and light, with the main lobby and restaurant having vast open walls, open-air ceilings, indoor gardens, and neat pools of water, all of which allow the Mediterranean breeze to circulate through.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Its smaller brush head and slim, ergonomic handle make even styling shorter hair a breeze, giving you better control to lift roots, shape ends, and add volume without the arm workout.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of breeze

Noun

The storm could trigger flash floods with dangerous winds, heavy rain and tornados.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
Threats to the Carolinas The private AccuWeather service urged Carolinians to remain alert to possible flash flooding, mudslides and tornadoes Sunday into Sunday night.

— Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of tornado

Verb

Two drives later, the former Oklahoma State standout scampered into the end zone for Miami’s only touchdown of the day.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
Faced with fourth and seven in USC territory, Williams slipped past pressure and scampered to a first down.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of scamper

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