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To cut a hole through the bottom, deck, or sides of (a ship).

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Usage examples (32)
  • It is disappointing to see the idea scuttled now when we need it more than ever. gerrymandering is to blame for the nation's woes.
  • (2002-06) had "scuttled" the probe and had destroyed evidence, United News of Bangladesh (UNB) news agency reported.
  • A beggar scuttled up to him and held out his hand.
  • But not if it's scuttled in a fight over abortion.
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