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frays
verb(fray)
to wear (something, such as an edge of cloth) by or as if by rubbing : fret
frays
verb(fray)
to separate the threads at the edge of
frays
verb(fray)
strain, irritate
frays
verb(fray)
scare; also : to frighten away
frays
noun(fray)
a usually disorderly or protracted fight, struggle, or dispute
frays
noun(fray)
a raveled place or worn spot (as on fabric)

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