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   Scratch the surface

   • ▪ deal with a matter only in the most superficial way
   • ▪ initiate the briefest investigation to discover something concealed

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   What does scratch the surface mean?

   • Fig. to just begin to find out about something; to examine only the superficial aspects of something. The investigation of the governor's staff revealed some suspicious dealing. It is thought that the investigators have just scratched the surface. We don't know how bad the problem is. We've only scratched the surface.

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   What is the difference between surface scratches and damaged layers?

   • In addition, the width of the damaged layer is larger than that of the surface scratches, and the difference between the two types of widths does not change with increasing load. It is remarkable that the presence of the damaged layer can be confirmed in the low-load region in which surface scratches do not occur.

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   Where did the phrase 'up to Scratch' come from?

   • The phrase up to scratch has its origins in the world of sports. In the 18th century, scratch began to be used for a line or mark that served as the starting point in a contest or competition. In order to begin or continue a fight, for example, a pugilist would "come up to the scratch," positioning himself at a line drawn across the prize ring.

   Scratch the surface Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Learn the meaning and usage of the phrase \"scratch the surface\", which means to deal with or understand something superficially or briefly. See examples, synonyms, antonyms, and related expressions from various sources.

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   Learn the meaning of scratch the surface, an idiom that means to deal with only a small part of a subject or a problem. See examples, synonyms and related phrases.

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   1. : to scrape or dig with the claws or nails. 2. : to rub and tear or mark the surface of with something sharp or jagged. 3. a. : to scrape or rub lightly (as to relieve itching) b. : to act on (a desire) used with itch. scratch the itch to travel. 4. : to scrape together : collect with difficulty or by effort. scratch out a living. 5.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSCRATCH/SCRAPE THE SURFACE - Cambridge English Dictionary

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   to deal with only a very small part of a subject or a problem: There's far more to be said - I've only had time to scratch the surface in this talk. The amount of aid that has been offered is hardly going to scratch the surface of the problem. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Incomplete. Anglocentric.

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   Investigate or treat something superficially, as in This feed-the-hungry program only scratches the surface of the problem , or Her survey course barely scratches the surface of economic history . This metaphoric term transfers shallow markings made in a stone or other material to a shallow treatment of a subject or issue.

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   4 days ago · scratch the surface. phrase. If you only scratch the surface of a subject or problem, you find out or do a small amount, but not enough to understand or solve it. We have barely begun to scratch the surface of the possibilities of new technology. [+ of]

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   May 22, 2024 · scratch the surface. phrase. If you only scratch the surface of a subject or problem, you find out or do a small amount, but not enough to understand or solve it. We have barely begun to scratch the surface of the possibilities of new technology. [+ of]