abrasive

Anderson’s original “Resident Evil” film franchise, the writer-director — known for his abrasive, nu-metal vulgar auteurism — raises a middle finger of sorts to his detractors.

From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026

Donaghy said there was "a culture of dismissing and setting aside patients and families who raise concerns as being difficult, abrasive and denying people access to be heard".

From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026

The abrasive texture of shark skin repels barnacles and has inspired antimicrobial surface coatings for hospitals; the seeds of a flowering plant offer clues to the designers of probes destined for other worlds.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026

Natural chewing, abrasive foods, or even swallowed grit can produce similar patterns.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 8, 2026

My brother has never known how to get anyone’s attention without being abrasive and blunt and loud.

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman

"The product is designed to prevent periodontitis. Like conventional toothpaste, it also contains abrasives and fluoride to prevent tooth decay," explains Mirko Buchholz, one of the company's founders.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 13, 2026

Safety and industrial sales increased 4.1%, as strong demand in electrical markets, adhesives and abrasives offset continued challenges in the vehicle aftermarket business.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2025

They also advise against using thinners, nylon or metal scrubbers, or abrasives - all of which could damage the surface of the toilet seat.

From BBC ● Dec. 30, 2024

Fine abrasives are used to create high polishes.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 28, 2023

What is more, the artificial abrasives do not injure the lungs of the operatives like sandstone.

From Creative Chemistry Descriptive of Recent Achievements in the Chemical Industries by Edwin E. Slosson