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Hard Grey Black Mineral Used As An Abrasive Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "EMERY" which means:
- noun
- • A hard grey-black mineral consisting of corundum and either hematite or magnetite; used as an abrasive (especially as a coating on paper) verb
- • To sand or polish with emery.
- • To coat with emery.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He used emery to polish the metal surface."
- • "The emery board helped smooth out her rough nails."
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