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sandpaper

[sand-pey-per] / ˈsændˌpeɪ pər /


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By contrast, Kate says, the Sandpaper Eyes Club acted as a supportive sanctuary, and as it developed into The Motherload, she wanted it to be the same for others.

From BBC • May 30, 2021

Sandpaper skin, deep gorges across his forehead and wrinkles alongside the temples like cracked, dry earth.

From Economist • Feb. 18, 2018

Hang Up and Listen: The Sandpaper, Pine Tar, and Hair Gel Edition ’s sports podcast on the NBA playoffs, spitball accusations, and Spelman College dropping out of the NCAA.

From Slate • May 6, 2013

Sandpaper and stones scraped, bullroarers moaned, and plastic sound hoses wailed as the performers slowly dispersed to stations throughout the hall and in adjacent corridors and stairway landings.

From New York Times • Feb. 21, 2011

Sandpaper this slot smooth and then fasten the batten to the moulding with small brads driven in about 2 in. apart.

From Mission Furniture How to Make It, Part 3 by Windsor, H. H. (Henry Haven)




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