| 1. | He has a reputation for abrasiveness and for eclectic foreign policy views.
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| 2. | The term grit is used to describe the abrasiveness of the sandpaper.
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| 3. | Dickson's abrasiveness nearly cost him the Oracle job early on.
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| 4. | As always, Waits'abrasiveness masks a tender heart.
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| 5. | Whereas meeting someone's abrasiveness with politeness is accepted.
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| 6. | In other words, no abrasiveness, no bleach, and no residue.
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| 7. | There is an abrasiveness about both of them that is well-documented.
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| 8. | With characteristic energy and abrasiveness, he devoted seven years to lobbying China.
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| 9. | But the finished movie trades wicked wit for abrasiveness.
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| 10. | However, his reported abrasiveness with players and management led to his dismissal.
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