sandpaper

verb

Definition of sandpapernext
as in to file

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Recent Examples of sandpaper This is especially important for hardwood, tile, and laminate floors, where fine grit can act like sandpaper underfoot. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026 As early as 1891, a Norwegian geologist reported deposits of a similar age along the shores of a fjord in northeastern Norway that had striations—those long grooves that form when glacial ice sandpapers the ground beneath it. — Laura Poppick july 22, Literary Hub, 22 July 2025 But that was back when the team drafted well enough and the greatest quarterback of all time was able to sandpaper over their misses. — Chad Graff, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025 Similar to sandpaper, steel wool has various grades to choose from—ranging from super fine to extra coarse. — Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sandpaper
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sandpaper
  1. file
  2. shave
  3. scrape
  4. rub
  5. gnaw
  6. sandblast
  7. scuff
  8. scour
Verb
  • In January, the Tigers filed to pay Skubal $19 million for the 2026 season.
    — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • In addition to the June 2027 trial date, both sides proposed that Maduro’s lawyers file their motion to dismiss the case based on sovereign immunity by September, with oral argument scheduled for November.
    — Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 22 July 2026
Definition of file
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  • Company demo footage also shows the reverse gear doubling as a cleanup tool, letting the mower retrace a path to shave down long grass more than twice its own height.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 July 2026
  • That pattern is your case for a warranty claim — not a reason to shave more aggressively.
    — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
Definition of shave
Verb
  • The tool scrapes third-party sources to compile additional information and context about individual tracks.
    — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026
  • Firms have been scraping Truth Social data for months, in violation of TMTG’s terms of ⁠service, ​according to a spokesperson.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 16 July 2026
Definition of scrape
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  • Edward rubs his lamb with turmeric, Aleppo chile powder, salt and pepper.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
  • That certainly rubbed some players the wrong way, including McIlroy.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 July 2026
Definition of rub
Verb
  • Chewing involves biting or gnawing without necessarily swallowing.
    — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
  • This, along with lunch, is the gnawing concern at the back of the critic’s mind.
    — Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026
Definition of gnaw
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  • Trump previously said the plan was to sandblast, caulk and resurface the pool basin.
    — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 20 June 2026
  • Recovery businesses can also crush or sandblast items with silver and use magnets or differences in density to sort out the precious metal.
    — John Raby, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Definition of sandblast
Verb
  • Kostyuk raised her hands and dropped to her knees after Paolini scuffed a shot on her second match point.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 July 2026
  • Before Mbappe scored his penalty, Gustavo Velazquez, the Paraguayan defender, scuffed the penalty spot, another underhanded attempt to disturb the tournament favourites.
    — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of scuff
Verb
  • This story’s author, StyleCaster contributing writer Jessie Quinn, scours the internet for the best of the best to ensure readers walk away with items recommended by our team, industry experts, and more.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 15 July 2026
  • More than 900 participants signed up for last year’s Python Challenge, and potentially as many are currently scouring for snakes amid the 2026 competition.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 15 July 2026
Definition of scour

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