Scruff

Mary grabbed Tom by the scruff of his neck.

Tom grabbed his son by the scruff of his neck.

Tom grabbed the dog by the scruff of the neck.

Tom caught John by the scruff of the neck.

Tom's father caught him by the scruff of the neck.

With his scruff and his leather jacket, Tom looked like a rebel without a cause.

Tom's scruff gives him a rugged look that's perfect for the outdoorsy lifestyle he loves.

That candidate will never get the job: he's a right scruff.

He grabbed his unruly child by the scruff of the neck, and took him home.

She gently scruffed the kitten who was trying to climb her leg.