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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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abrade
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Over time, acids can erode tooth enamel permanently.Nancy LeBrun, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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For example, changes to underlying data can erode their effectiveness, like when hospitals switch lab providers.Darius Tahir | KFF Health News, ABC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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Capsaicin itself can speed up digestion, irritate the digestive lining, and trigger diarrhea.Cristina Mutchler, Health, 5 Jan. 2025
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Key ingredients: olive oil, vitamin E, rice protein | Finish: lengthening, lifting, curling | Shades: 2 (Black, Brown) Frequently Asked Questions How can mascara irritate my eyes?Nicola Dall'Asen, Allure, 4 Jan. 2025
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Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring often and making sure to scrape the bottom of the pot to keep the mixture from scorching, until the mixture reaches 230 degrees, about 30 minutes.Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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On Monday, MoDOT crews continued to treat, salt and scrape the roadways.Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 7 Jan. 2025
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Sara arrived home just before 9 p.m., and Lyons was allegedly waiting outside wearing a motorcycle helmet, according to the woman who gave Sara a ride home, Mahomet police show.Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 11 Jan. 2025
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Lastly, Jason Kelce was featured in People Magazine wearing a yellow-gold Rolex Submariner.Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 11 Jan. 2025
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Yet, these impressive journeys only scratch the surface of their full capabilities.Scott Travers, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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Graham, the head of U.S. operations for the pet-rehoming platform Lancaster Puppies, said that, without mental engagement, cats can quickly become bored, which often leads to undesirable behaviors such as scratching furniture.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent years The edges of Jabbar's personal life appear to have been fraying in recent years.Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 5 Jan. 2025
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More expensive options typically spread their heating wires over larger areas of the glove (in useful places like the fingers), and make them out of stronger materials that are less likely to fail due to fraying and bending.Wes Siler, Outside Online, 22 Dec. 2024
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“Abrade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abrade. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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