Sentences

scorch in a sentence

v. t.

📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8

Definition

To scorch means to burn the surface of something, causing it to become dry, withered, or charred.

Sample Sentences

  1. The intense sun began to scorch the fields, leaving the crops dry and withered.
  2. She accidentally scorched the toast, leaving it blackened and inedible.
  3. During the heatwave, the pavement felt hot enough to scorch the soles of my shoes.
  4. The artist used a blowtorch to scorch the wood, giving it a unique texture and look.
  5. His harsh words seemed to scorch her spirit, leaving her feeling defeated.
  6. The intense sun began to scorch the landscape, turning the once lush grass into a dull brown.
  7. She accidentally left the cookies in the oven too long, causing them to scorch and fill the kitchen with smoke.
  8. The wildfire threatened to scorch everything in its path, leaving a trail of destruction behind.
  9. As the metal heated up, it was clear that the flame would scorch anything that came too close.
  10. After hours in the sun without protection, his skin was red and sore from being scorched.