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spiky

adjective as in abrasive

adjective as in echinate

adjective as in thorny

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Its followers often have spiky hair and accessories.

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The spiky succulents are revered for their cultural import, having inspired both a namesake national park and a U2 album.

She is naturally angry with him for leaving her, but before long she is calling him “Dad” and engaging in spiky banter.

Sweet gums, out; They’re also invasive, triggering allergies, and dropping nasty, spiky balls like alien spoor.

He gazes out the window, tongue hanging out excitedly, as the spiky palm trees whiz by.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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