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as in pelt
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
hats made from beaver skins were once fashionable
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as in leather
the hairless natural covering of an animal prepared for use
calfskin gloves
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as in to sting
to rob by the use of trickery or threats
got his revenge on the dirty swindler who had skinned him
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as in to cream
to defeat by a large margin
we simply got skinned in the interoffice softball tournament
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Recent Examples of skin
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
1 July 2026
When perspiration cannot evaporate in humid air, moisture clings to the skin and body temperature climbs rapidly, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
12 June 2026
Meanwhile, a dose of hyaluronic acid juices skin up, for a hydrating finish that even oily T-zones will drink in.
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Sarah Felbin,
Allure,
23 May 2026
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Noun
Short hemlines and heels that match your skin tone are the key to longer-looking legs, and mini skirts like this skort from Senserise are a great way to try out the style without breaking the bank.
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Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
1 July 2026
When perspiration cannot evaporate in humid air, moisture clings to the skin and body temperature climbs rapidly, according to the Mayo Clinic.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
Verb
There are only so many ways to skin a well-performing cat.
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Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
12 June 2026
Meanwhile, a dose of hyaluronic acid juices skin up, for a hydrating finish that even oily T-zones will drink in.
—
Sarah Felbin,
Allure,
23 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skin
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One of the most distinguishing features of the new planes are the colors painted on its exterior.
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The exteriors of the Slate vehicles won't be painted.
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These passages are called portages, a term derived from English and French trappers who, alongside Indigenous nations like the Ojibwe and the Dakota, collected pelts for the lucrative fur trade from the late 17th century to the early 19th.
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Maradona, for his part, repeatedly backheeled the ball while sprinting at full pelt, leaving England defenders unsure whether to follow the player or the ball.
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Yes, leather flats can be edgy, too—and this strappy option is proof.
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Even with the ebb and flow of its guests, the lobby, with its towering floral arrangements, red leather seating, and large arched windows, exudes a sense of calm–a point of relief in the beating heart of the city.
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Home Depot and rival Lowe’s must also confront a weak housing market, which has been stung by stubbornly high interest rates and rising building material expenses.
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Christie Ray/Queen Bee Supply via AP A photojournalist from CBS affiliate KDFM also captured video despite being stung , the station reported.
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Clarity is the butter creamed with sugar.
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In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter.
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Salicylic acid works deep within pores to tackle buildup, while lactic acid smooths rough texture and refines skin’s surface, leaving skin looking clearer and feeling smoother in just a few swipes.
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First, a spider would lay down an anchor point on a surface where green tree ants were likely to forage, before attaching it to a tension line connecting back to the main web.
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The minks were also introduced to Britain for their fur.
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Don't rule out a snake bite if there aren't any obvious bite marks—especially if your dog has long or thick fur.
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The former donned a long black coat over a matching shirt and tie, dark wash jeans and dress shoes, while the latter rocked a white tank top with light wash jeans and olive green boots.
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All 182 guest rooms were given a fresh coat of dusty rose paint, new custom carpet, furniture and upgraded bathrooms.
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“Skin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skin. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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