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Past tense for to browse or peruse reading material
“As one stops to thumb the pages of the books written during the middle of the century, one's mind subconsciously runs back to the Middle Ages.”
Past tense for to attempt to get a (free) ride in a passing vehicle
“We were stuck, and Michael went into a pub to get a drink whilst I stayed on the corner trying to thumb a lift.”
Past tense for to press or push down on something, especially with one's thumb
“She only had to thumb the button and the door would open.”
Past tense for to touch or handle, especially with the thumb or fingers
“He fumbled once more with his tie while he continued to thumb around on his phone.”
Past tense for to toy or tinker with something, especially aimlessly
Past tense for to handle a substance physically with the intent of creating a desired form
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