abrasively

[US]/[ˈeɪbrəsɪvli]/
[UK]/[ˈeɪbrəsɪvli]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adv.In a harsh or rough manner; aggressively.; In a way that causes friction or irritation.

Phrases & Collocations

spoke abrasively

argued abrasively

behaving abrasively

sounded abrasively

criticized abrasively

reacted abrasively

questioned abrasively

challenged abrasively

confronted abrasively

commented abrasively

Example Sentences

he argued abrasively with the referee about the call.

the critic reviewed the film abrasively, pointing out its flaws.

she confronted him abrasively about his repeated absences.

the politician spoke abrasively during the debate, attacking his opponent.

the sandpaper smoothed the wood abrasively.

the wind whipped the sand abrasively against the windows.

the manager addressed the team abrasively after the disappointing loss.

the machine ground the grain abrasively to create flour.

the rough fabric felt abrasively against her skin.

he defended his position abrasively, refusing to compromise.

the chemicals reacted abrasively, creating a dangerous situation.

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