100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "rubbing"

Definition

"Rubbing" as a noun refers to the act of moving something over a surface with pressure, which can involve physical friction or stimulation. It can also denote a specific technique used in various contexts, such as massage, therapy, or art.

Synonyms

• Friction
• Scrubbing
• Polishing
• Massaging
• Buffing
• Smoothing

Antonyms

• Smoothing (in the context of not creating friction)
• Separating
• Releasing

Examples

1. He was rubbing the sore spot on his back to relieve pain.
2. She enjoyed rubbing the surface of the new table to feel its texture.
3. The mechanic was rubbing the rust off the old car.
4. After the fall, she started rubbing her knee to ease the discomfort.
5. The artist was rubbing the charcoal onto the paper to create depth.
6. He kept rubbing his eyes, struggling to stay awake.
7. The cat found joy in rubbing against my leg.
8. She was rubbing the lamp to see if a genie would appear.
9. I was rubbing the window with a cloth to remove the smudges.
10. They were rubbing their hands together to keep warm in the cold.
11. He was rubbing the paint onto the canvas with a brush.
12. The child was rubbing her favorite stuffed animal for comfort.
13. She spent the afternoon rubbing the silverware until it shone.
14. The dog was rubbing its face in the grass, enjoying the scent.
15. He was rubbing his temples to alleviate the headache.
16. The baker was rubbing the butter into the flour for the dough.
17. She was rubbing her hands in anticipation of the surprise.
18. The athlete was rubbing his legs before the race.
19. He was rubbing the surface of the drum to create a rhythm.
20. The teacher was rubbing out mistakes from the whiteboard.
21. She was rubbing the cream into her skin for hydration.
22. The child kept rubbing the crayons on the paper.
23. He was rubbing the fog off his glasses.
24. She was rubbing the oil into the wood to nourish it.
25. He spent the evening rubbing his feet after a long day.
26. The artist was rubbing his fingers across the rough canvas.
27. I was rubbing the salt into the meat for flavor.
28. The children were rubbing their balloons together to create static.
29. She was rubbing the dirt off her shoes before entering the house.
30. He was rubbing the wax on the car to give it a shine.
31. The child was rubbing her hands on the soft blanket.
32. She was rubbing the lotion into her dry skin.
33. He was rubbing the ink off his hands after printing.
34. The dog was rubbing its back on the carpet in delight.
35. She was rubbing her fingers together, trying to think.
36. He was rubbing the sides of the box to reveal hidden compartments.
37. The athlete was rubbing the ice on his joints for relief.
38. She was rubbing the glue onto the paper for the craft.
39. The chef was rubbing spices into the meat before cooking.
40. He was rubbing his chin in thought.
41. The little girl was rubbing her nose with a tissue.
42. She was rubbing her hands over the fabric to feel its softness.
43. He was rubbing the back of his neck, feeling tense.
44. They were rubbing the chalkboard with an eraser.
45. She was rubbing the edges of the paper for a smoother finish.
46. He was rubbing the sand off his feet after the beach.
47. The cat was rubbing its head against the furniture.
48. She was rubbing the cold metal to warm it up.
49. He was rubbing the logo on the shirt to see if it would come off.
50. The artist enjoyed rubbing the pastels on the canvas.
51. She was rubbing the back of her hand against her forehead.
52. He was rubbing the hard surface to get rid of the scratches.
53. The teacher was rubbing the chalk against the board.
54. She was rubbing the dog’s belly to make it happy.
55. He was rubbing his hands in excitement before the game.
56. The child was rubbing the sleepy dust out of her eyes.
57. She was rubbing the surfaces clean with a cloth.
58. He was rubbing the surface of the mirror to see his reflection.
59. The artist was rubbing the paint with a sponge for effect.
60. She was rubbing the bubbles on the bath mat.
61. He was rubbing the back of his friend's neck, trying to relax him.
62. The mechanic was rubbing his hands together to warm them.
63. She was rubbing the dirt off the vegetables before cooking.
64. He was rubbing the edges of the paper to make it look worn.
65. The teacher was rubbing the marker against the board.
66. She was rubbing her fingers along the spine of the book.
67. He was rubbing the top of his head in confusion.
68. The child was rubbing the toy against the carpet to make it squeak.
69. She was rubbing the ice cube over her wrist to cool down.
70. He was rubbing the dust off the bookshelf.
71. The artist was rubbing the paint thinner onto the palette.
72. She was rubbing the base of the lamp to clean it.
73. He was rubbing his hands on the towel after washing.
74. The dog was rubbing its face in the dirt.
75. She was rubbing the sides of her shoes to make them shine.
76. He was rubbing the fabric between his fingers to feel its quality.
77. The child was rubbing her fingers over the puzzle pieces.
78. She was rubbing the frost off the windshield.
79. He was rubbing the glue stick over the paper.
80. The chef was rubbing herbs into the dish for flavor.
81. She was rubbing the sweat off her forehead.
82. He was rubbing the surface of the glass to see through it.
83. The artist was rubbing the crayon to create a gradient effect.
84. She was rubbing her hands in the air, trying to warm up.
85. He was rubbing the seams of the fabric to check for quality.
86. The child was rubbing the stuffed animal against her face.
87. She was rubbing her fingers over the keyboard while thinking.
88. He was rubbing his shoes against the mat to remove dirt.
89. The teacher was rubbing out the wrong answer on the board.
90. She was rubbing her eyes in disbelief.
91. He was rubbing the oil onto the surface for protection.
92. The artist was rubbing the edges of the paper to create a soft look.
93. She was rubbing her hands in glee at the surprise.
94. He was rubbing the edges of the envelope before opening it.
95. The child was rubbing her forehead in concentration.
96. She was rubbing the soap into her hands to create lather.
97. He was rubbing the dust from the shelf with a cloth.
98. The artist was rubbing the paintbrush against the canvas.
99. She was rubbing her hands together to create warmth.
100. He was rubbing the surface of the table to check for stains.