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smudges

Pronunciation: [ˈsmʌdʒɪz]

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Learn how to use smudges in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “art and crafts”

(noun) smudges are dark or blurry marks that look messy. They can happen when something like ink or charcoal gets smudged on a paper or surface, making it look dirty.

Example

The artist liked the smudges on the paper because they added character to her drawing.

Example

There were no smudges on the clean white sheet of paper.

Example

Do you see the smudges on the canvas from yesterday's painting?

Context: “cleaning”

(verb) to smudge means to make a mark blurrier or messier, often by accidentally rubbing something. It can happen when you touch something that is still wet, like paint or ink.

Example

She smudges the colors on her canvas to create a beautiful effect.

Example

He didn't smudge any of the paint on the wall because he was careful.

Example

Did you accidentally smudge your drawing while it was still wet?

How to pronounce smudges

Pronunciation: [ˈsmʌdʒɪz]

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