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sand

Definition

  • noun: the very tiny, loose pieces of rock that cover beaches, deserts, etc.
  • noun: a loose granular material that results from the disintegration of rocks, consists of particles smaller than gravel but coarser than silt, and is used in mortar, glass, abrasives, and foundry molds
  • verb: to make the surface of something smooth by rubbing it with sandpaper
  • verb: to sprinkle or dust with or as if with sand
  • usually used in plural
  • synonyms: courage, pluck, grit

Examples

  • Many civilizations have been buried by 'the sands of time'. [=many civilizations have been forgotten because of the passage of time]

  • He can't just 'bury his head in the sand' every time there's a problem.

  • The streets are slippery because they haven't been 'sanded' yet.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) That's much easier said than done. They're resistant to just about everything I've tried. 'Member Mos Eisley? 'Member the Rancor? 'Member? 'Member sand people? 'Member the cantina? 'Member... Ah! Ah! Aah! Ah! What's going on now? They're using a torch on him. Ooh, are they gonna use a torch on us? (..)
    2016 TvShow: South Park Title: Fort Collins Season: 20 Episode 6