abrasion
Example Sentences
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Sir Geoff's academic work saw him invent the barley abrasion process - which involves deliberately damaging the protective husk of grains to speed up the process of malting.
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2025
A total of 1,949 coral skeletons were identified and qualitatively evaluated based on their overall preservation in terms of abrasion, presence of original corallite material, and encruster communities.
From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2024
The victim sustained a minor abrasion below the eye.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2023
They also agreed to reduce brake particle emissions limits and tire abrasion rate emissions.
From Washington Times • Sep. 25, 2023
When I touched the abrasion, Shawn released a long sigh and his eyes opened.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
Vocabulary lists containing abrasion
Unit 1: Telling Details
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"An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" by Ambrose Bierce
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CTE Construction ("Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills,") Vocabulary from Module One
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