1.   Because of what some colleagues perceive as his abrasive personality, Torricelli has never been particularly popular among Senate Democrats.

2.   Boone was a knowledgeable defensive coach, and although he could have an abrasive personality, he was considered an outstanding teacher and communicator with youngsters.

3.   But even his friends say that sometimes his abrasive personality makes him an easy target for detractors.

4.   Gramm also addressed critics who charge he has a reputation for having an abrasive personality, which many analysts believe has been a factor in his campaign.

5.   His abrasive personality irritated some Bellevue doctors.

6.   His background in this field is marginal, and he has an abrasive personality.

7.   What should Jane do with this start performer who has a highly abrasive personality?

8.   While he raised vast sums of money, his abrasive personality haunted him in early contests in small states.