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The word 'scales' can have multiple meanings depending on the context. It can refer to a device used to measure weight, or it can also refer to the hard, overlapping plates that cover the skin of fish or reptiles. Here are some examples of using the word 'scales' in sentences:
1. The doctor asked me to step on the scales to measure my weight.
2. The fisherman caught a beautiful fish with shimmering scales.
3. The snake slithered across the forest floor, its scales glistening in the sunlight.
4. The musician played a beautiful melody on the piano, moving his fingers up and down the scales.
5. After a long hike, I saw a lizard blending perfectly with its surroundings, thanks to its camouflaged scales.
 

Explain the word "scales". Give some examples of using the word "scales" in sentences.