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rub

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(Entry 1 of 2)

something that is a source of irritation

even what seems to be a dream job usually turns out to have its fair share of rubs

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upset,
worry

pandora's box

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rub

Synonyms & Antonyms of rub (Entry 2 of 2)

1 to damage or diminish by continued friction

the brake pads were rubbed away as a result of years of use

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2 to make smooth by friction

the furniture restorer rubbed the board perfectly smooth with sandpaper

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plane,
scrape

regrind

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3 to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure

the butler rubbed the silver tea set until it gleamed

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sleek,
slick

brighten

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rubbed elbows (with)

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“Rub.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rub. Accessed 25 Nov. 2020.

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