The term 'LIKE SOME SANDPAPER' can be summarized by two crossword solutions: ROUGH (5 letters) and COARSE (6 letters). Sandpaper is a type of abrasive material used to smooth surfaces, usually made from paper or cloth with an abrasive material such as aluminum oxide or silicon carbide glued to one side. ROUGH sandpaper has a coarser grit than COARSE sandpaper, meaning it is more abrasive and better suited for removing material from a surface. COARSE sandpaper is less abrasive and better suited for smoothing surfaces.