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will abrade

  • future tense
    of abrade.
    abrade
    verb (used with or without object)
    to wear off or down by scraping or rubbing.

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A dry pitch here will abrade the ball readily enough and there was evidence of reverse, something that will assume importance in the winter.

From The Guardian Jun. 4, 2010

In all cases, however, a hard file will abrade the surface of the false stone.

From The Chemistry, Properties and Tests of Precious Stones by John Mastin

The thought of the false death certificates and burial certificates, and of the unprofessionalism of Darcy, will abrade your legal susceptibilities; but submit to the torture for my sake, Polycarp.

From Hugo A Fantasia on Modern Themes by Arnold Bennett

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