SCRAP HEAP Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

scrap heap

noun

Definition of scrap heap

as in odds and ends

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Recent Examples of scrap heap Baker was taken off the scrap heap by Houston in the wake of the Astros’ 2017 sign-stealing scandal and won the 2022 World Series. — Barry M. Bloom, Forbes.com, 12 Feb. 2026 Going from the scrap heap to one of the most coveted pitchers in the game has afforded Hill a perspective on retirement that few active players enjoy. — Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025 Gausman and Hoffman, both cast to the scrap heap at different points in their careers, will play key roles in Toronto’s hopes for an upset. — Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2025 Arrieta was one of the faces of the Padres’ 2021 collapse, as he was signed off the scrap heap in August and allowed 16 runs in 12⅓ innings in the final four starts of his career. — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for scrap heap

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Noun

The journey combines outdoor adventure with the history and culture of the Inca civilization, weaving through cloud forest, high mountain passes and stone-cut ruins before ending at Machu Picchu.

— Ashley Lynch July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
What happened Search teams have rescued eight people from the ruins of a shopping center after a powerful earthquake struck the southern Japanese island of Kyushu on Tuesday.

— Arion McNicoll, TheWeek, 29 July 2026

Definition of ruins

Noun

Colorado’s plan to offer free statewide recycling could be in the dumps after a national trade association sued the state Thursday over how the plan is managed and funded.

— Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 31 July 2026
Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren began their respective 25-percent-of-the-cap max contract extensions this offseason, which is what spurred the Wiggins, Joe and Dort salary dumps.

— Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of dump

Noun

The rocket’s upper stage will unintentionally slam into the moon on Wednesday, carving out a crater and sending up a plume of dust and rubble that scientists — and skygazers — are eager to observe.

— Marcia Dunn, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026
Two months after some of the most devastating airstrikes, there are still bodies buried under the rubble.

— Jane Arraf, NPR, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of rubble

Noun

In the next round of Count the Rice, the rice is mixed into a large box full of paper, styrofoam, and other detritus.

— Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 14 July 2026
Based on carbon dating and artifacts, detritus and animal remains found at the site, Carr and others concluded the circle had likely been the foundation for a wooden ceremonial building dating back around 2,000 years.

— Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026

Definition of detritus

Noun

For me that means wearing a reliable light-wash straight leg jean, timeless flats, and perfect white T-shirt, then adding a fun pop of color on the lip.

— Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026
Whisk together egg and water; lightly brush the borders of each pastry with the egg wash.

— Torie Cox, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2026