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abrasiveness

American  
[uh-bray-siv-nis] / əˈbreɪ sɪv nɪs /

noun

  1. the quality or state of being abrasive.


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Simers’ abrasiveness also rankled ESPN, which had hired him as a panelist for a new show called “Around the Horn” in 2002.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2024

Tyler’s 2011 album “Goblin” backed up the abrasiveness of “Yonkers” with equally confrontational tracks, fueled by his disdain for religion, authority, school and just about everything else.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2023

Whatever the mode, the exhilarating abrasiveness of the Cypress Hill sound held true.

From New York Times • Apr. 20, 2022

Renowned as a brilliant tactician, Galthie's abrasiveness was not always suited to the rigours of the club game, but he has soared on the international stage.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2022

But maybe his abrasiveness is also his armor.

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman

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