nail file

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A tool used to gently grind down and shape the edges of nails.

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  • She always carries a nail file in her purse for emergencies.
  • He used a fine-grit nail file to smooth the edges of his guitar picks.
  • A good manicure starts with shaping the nails using a quality file.
  • My old nail file is worn out; I need to buy a new one.
  • The esthetician carefully shaped each nail with a gentle file.
  • For best results, always file your nails in one direction.
  • She broke a nail and quickly reached for her file to prevent further damage.
  • You can find a wide variety of nail files, from emery boards to crystal files.
  • He borrowed his sister's nail file to remove a splinter.
  • The small nail file included in the travel kit was surprisingly effective.