1
as in files
to make smooth by friction
after sawing the board in half, rasp the ends to remove any splinters
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as in annoys
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
the two siblings seemed intent on rasping each other for the entire car trip
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as in wears
to damage or diminish by continued friction
during the last ice age, glaciers rasped the surface, leaving the deeply scarred rock
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Gratitude hardly scratches the surface.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA TODAY,
8 Jan. 2025 -
Those were only some of the storylines around the NFL and that just scratches the surface.—
Fox News Staff,
Fox News,
8 Jan. 2025
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Jacobs and Booth argued that hiring David Geier compromises the integrity of the scientific process, erodes public trust, and provides a platform for unreliable information.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
9 Apr. 2025
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This erodes financial aid eligibility, especially for middle-class families living in high-cost areas with high equity but limited liquidity.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Harry replies stupidly, which irritates Bri.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2025
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Ethylene oxide can cause cancer and irritates the nervous and respiratory systems.—
Jenni Shearston,
The Conversation,
25 Feb. 2025
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The National Institute of Health reports that sleep improves memory, sharpens decision-making, and enhances problem-solving skills.—
Maha Abouelenein,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Mentoring also sharpens your communication and leadership skills.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
17 Dec. 2024
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Hadley, who is not affiliated with the company, eats its products every morning.—
Angela Haupt,
TIME,
21 Mar. 2025
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Read Next National Family eats black bear kabobs at dinner, CDC says.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Rasps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rasps. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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