sand
noun
the more or less fine debris of rocks, consisting of small, loose grains, often of quartz.
sanding
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present participleof sand.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The pad of my left foot felt as if I’d stepped on a sanding belt.
From Slate ● Jun. 5, 2026
The UK has been attempting to "act as a bridge between the US and Europe, trying to preserve Nato, sanding down the edges of the Trump administration, but it hasn't quite worked", says Bergmann.
From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026
And they have assisted 3M in coming up with a sanding disc that optimizes dust collection and grinding performance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 24, 2026
Made with real Muscat grape juice, these gummies feature a jelly-like center and are coated in a decent amount of sour sanding.
From Salon ● Jul. 19, 2025
She takes out her laptop and her science notebook and as she gets organized, I start sanding the top of a small side table that has water stains and scratches.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
