Words similar to scour

Example sentences for: scour

How can you use “scour” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

Not surprisingly, Scalia is no big fan of stare decisis : In his dissents, he often calls upon the court to scour away layers of encrusted precedent in order to get at the original meaning of the underlying text.
The resulting leaks dislodged four ceiling tiles, which in turn prompted a pull-out-the-stops rush to scour and re-cover the roof and ceiling before football season.
You can find the real thing in trendy shops and boutiques, or scour the markets for knock-offs of designer watches, bags, and clothing.
Ought, out, joust, and scour, but scourging,
With sand to scour his maw.