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To cut off hair, especially with a razor or similar implement
“Maybe I'll just shave on days when I'm going to see Marianne.”
To cut off or remove something from a bigger piece
“The close-fitting sides of the slot act as knives to shave off a thick layer of oil and return it to the oil well without the formation of foam.”
To cut (a thin slice or slices) from the surface of something
“Rub the sharp edge of the blade toward the stone in a curved motion, as if you were trying to shave off a thin slice from the stone.”
To shred, such as by rubbing across a grater
“Shave some Parmesan over the top and add a few grinds of pepper.”
To reduce, typically by a small amount
“Moody's warned that the price cuts could shave profits and hamper the ability of some retailers to pay back their debts.”
To pass or travel close to (something else), missing it narrowly or glancing it slightly
“Monterosso saw his effort just shave the post in a dramatic finish to an otherwise stop-start game.”
To be frugal or live economically
Past tense for to push roughly
“Liz placed both of her hands on his shoulders and tried to shove him away, but failed miserably.”
Past tense for to place or throw something (somewhere) in a haphazard manner
“Just shove your shoes in the corner by the entrance.”
Past tense for to push, especially roughly or with force
“I would shove my hand into his chest repeatedly, hoping he would realize I wasn't interested.”
Past tense for to pack or fill very tightly
Past tense for to move something heavy by force
Past tense for to position or place something in a particular place or spot
Past tense for to push from below
Past tense for to move suddenly and violently
Past tense for to move very slowly (towards something)
Past tense for to engage in carnal activity
Past tense for to send (usually someone) to the ground
Past tense for to leave or exit
A quick and fleeting touch
An act of cutting something in order to neaten it
An incision made by something sharp
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