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1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 40% | 6 | Scrape or wear down by friction | |
3 | 38% | 7 | to abrade or wear down by friction | |
Wear Down By Friction Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "ABRADE" which means:
- verb
- • Wear away
- • Rub hard or scrub
An example sentence would be:
- • "The rough rocks can abrade the skin if you're not careful."
- • "Constant rubbing can abrade the surface of the table."
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The Guardian Speedy31 Aug 2003 | Down 12 | |
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1 | Area of skin hardened by friction
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