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as in to erode
to damage or diminish by continued friction
ropes abraded by the rocks were a huge danger to the climbers
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as in to scrape
to damage by rubbing against a sharp or rough surface
the yacht's once-flawless wooden hull had been badly abraded by years of rough dockings
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Recent Examples of abrade
Gently dab at the stain until it's gone, taking care not to scrub, as friction can abrade the material and damage the lampshade.
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2024
Plus, the sensation inside my throat felt scary: raw, abraded.
—Dessa Dessa Tanya Pérez Alec K. Redfearn, New York Times, 12 June 2024
China will retain that status and continue to abrade the United States and other countries, especially throughout Asia, over territorial disputes in the South China Sea, the hacking and theft of intellectual property, and climate change, among other issues.
—Daniel Lynch, Foreign Affairs, 11 Jan. 2016
After digging into it with the pet brush, there were no snags or evidence that it had been abraded.
—Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2023
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2024
Plus, the sensation inside my throat felt scary: raw, abraded.
—Dessa Dessa Tanya Pérez Alec K. Redfearn, New York Times, 12 June 2024
China will retain that status and continue to abrade the United States and other countries, especially throughout Asia, over territorial disputes in the South China Sea, the hacking and theft of intellectual property, and climate change, among other issues.
—Daniel Lynch, Foreign Affairs, 11 Jan. 2016
After digging into it with the pet brush, there were no snags or evidence that it had been abraded.
—Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2023
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In both the case of malware and phishing attacks, many barriers that once helped protect users are eroding.Danny Jenkins, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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These factors have eroded the confidence businesses rely on to borrow, invest, expand production and take risks.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Mask $47 $24 Sephora Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque makes quick work of congestion without drying out or irritating skin.Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
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This often leads to unproductive conservations that irritate and ultimately erode trust.Esther K. Choy, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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Add the broth, bouillon, thyme, sage, bay leaves, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
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This isn’t a team overly reliant on Brunson’s heroics to scrape out wins.Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 Dec. 2024
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Besides being favorites among consumers while they’re being worn, Cotton Incorporated’s Jennifer Lukowiak, director of supply chain marketing, says consumers also appreciate that as a natural fiber, cotton is inherently circular and biodegradable.Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 12 Dec. 2024
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Here, the blurring is visual: Sometimes Leonard floats into the past looking like Gere, who wears the character without a shred of self-protection as the lens gawks at his raw skin.Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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That’s barely enough time to scratch the surface of this great European capital, with its world-class museums and cosmopolitan glamor.Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024
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After working as a scouting intern with the Baltimore Ravens last year, Jefferson signed with the Chargers hoping to scratch an itch to play that never wavered.Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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The yellowing paperwork and fraying black-and-white photos created a historic treasure trove — one the brothers donated recently to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., a national tribute to the victims of World War II’s genocide.Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 15 Nov. 2024
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Its light wash and frayed raw hem look so similar to the lifestyle guru’s, and the ankle-skimming length is great for showing off a cute pair of sneakers, booties, or slip-on sandals.Averi Baudler, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Abrade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abrade. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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