How to Use peel in a Sentence

peel

1 of 2 verb

• They peeled back the sheet to display the new sculpture.
• She got sunburned and her back is peeling.
• Although it’s sold out, this is the first of many, so keep your eyes peeled for the next one 👀.
  — Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2023
• This type of faux leather is thin and can chip or peel without the right care.
  — Addie Morton, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2023
• Note: To peel the tomatoes, use a sharp knife to score a large X on the bottom of each one.
  — Emily Horton, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
• With that task done, Cantu peeled the sticker off the new Milestar tire.
  — Michael Grabell, ProPublica, 3 May 2023
• The wallpaper was peeling and cracks in the walls were caked with dirt.
  — Hannah Lucinda Smith, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2023
• But when the ball was snapped, many of those defenders peeled back.
  — Jasmine Cui, NBC News, 19 Nov. 2023
• Divers who try to brush them off inevitably peel away some wood.
  — CBS News, 23 Sep. 2023
• Be sure to keep an eye peeled for rare white poppies; this is a good spot for them.
  — Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 24 Feb. 2024
• Keep your eyes peeled, because this round of Prime Day deals are too good to skip.
  — Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 11 July 2023
• Michi sat across from him in her bikini, her wet suit peeled down to her waist.
  — Elliot Ackerman, WIRED, 9 Feb. 2024
• Keep your eyes peeled for old-school brands like Levi’s, Wrangler, Lee and Carhartt.
  — Hannah Holland, Washington Post, 11 July 2023
• To access the sweet fruit of the lychee, pierce the fruit with your fingernail then peel back the skin and squeeze out the fruit.
  — Ashley Martens, Redbook, 15 Apr. 2023
• Our talking cone is going to need to keep her eyes and ears peeled!
  — Monique Wilson, Glamour, 6 July 2023
• To make the gratin, preheat the oven to 375 degrees, then peel and soak your potatoes in water.
  — Dan Lindbergand, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2024
• Just pick a cute pattern or color, and then at the end of the year, peel it off and leave a clean slate for the next student.
  — Briannah Rivera, Seventeen, 1 June 2023
• Turn the zucchini while peeling and be careful not to reach the seeds.
  — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 22 Apr. 2023
• Stick a strip along the creases and speaker, then gently peel it off.
  — Jennifer Jolly, USA TODAY, 11 Apr. 2023
• Sobbing relatives peeled open body bags to get a last look or kiss the face of a loved one.
  — TIME, 25 Dec. 2023
• Without a healthy root system, the turf will become loose and peel up.
  — Brett Martin, Popular Mechanics, 21 July 2023
• Using your off hand to lift the hide and your knife hand to make cuts parallel to the meat, begin to peel away the hide.
  — Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 7 Sep. 2023
• Each of Miller’s studio albums peeled back a new layer of his artistry.
  — Mckinley Franklin, Variety, 3 Aug. 2023
• Meanwhile, peel the potatoes and chop into 2-inch chunks.
  — Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 26 Feb. 2024
• The plan called for the booster to peel away from the spacecraft minutes after liftoff, but that didn’t happen.
  — Marcia Dunn, Fortune, 20 Apr. 2023
• Peel and cut eggs: Remove eggs from ice water; peel and cut in half crosswise.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2024
• But on the island, our differences peeled away.
  — Chiara Barzini, Vogue, 9 May 2026
• With shrimp or prawns, deveining is done whether they're peeled or unpeeled—by slicing down the back of the shell to expose and pull out the tract.
  — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 May 2026
• The Eta Aquariids will glimmer slightly away from Venus, so keep your eyes peeled!
  — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
• Sick of peeling that pesky tag off of your license plate every year?
  — Hali Smith may 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 May 2026

peel

2 of 2 noun

• Gently rub the skin side of the peel on the outside of the glass.
  — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Feb. 2023
• Then, rub the grapefruit peel along the inside of the glass.
  — Caroline Portillo, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2024
• The youngest, the blanco, is briny with hints of grapefruit peel, Ochoa says.
  — Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 2 Aug. 2023
• Garnish the glass with a lemon peel and sprig or two of rosemary.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2023
• Twist a grapefruit peel over the drink to release its oil.
  — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Feb. 2023
• Top with lemon peel strips, basil leaves, and black pepper.
  — Paige Grandjean, Southern Living, 8 July 2023
• Take the peels and cores of all your apples and throw them in a pot with a few oranges and fall spices.
  — People Staff, Peoplemag, 6 Nov. 2023
• Rub lemon peel mixture under the skin of the chicken thighs.
  — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2023
• The peel scents the chicken, and the tart, fruity juices of the citrus mingle with the fat from the bird to produce a rough vinaigrette.
  — G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 16 Feb. 2023
• When feeding pineapple to your dog, be sure to remove the core and peel.
  — USA TODAY, 5 Feb. 2024
• My grandmother would eat fruit and throw the peel on the ground and cover it up with her feet.
  — Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2023
• Squeeze oil from lemon peel into the glass or garnish with olive.
  — Sam Dangremond, Town & Country, 8 Feb. 2023
• Strain off the ice into a cocktail glass or coupe and garnish with a lemon peel.
  — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2023
• Strain off the ice into a cocktail glass or coupe, and garnish with a lemon peel.
  — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 16 Dec. 2023
• The raw bar includes peel-and-eat shrimp, king crab legs, jumbo shrimp, and oysters on the half shell.
  — Moby Dick, The Courier-Journal, 20 Feb. 2023
• Add stock and potatoes: Add lemon peel strips, stock, and potatoes.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2023
• The men smoked and ate at the same time, throwing tangerine peel and the hulls of sunflower seeds on the ground.
  — Selina Wang, CNN, 27 Jan. 2023
• Twist the lemon peel to release its oil and toss — gently! — into your drink.
  — Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 9 June 2023
• Deyana opted for peel-and-stick tile here, in order to reduce the overall load on the bus.
  — Kimberley Mok, Treehugger, 3 Feb. 2023
• In the oven, just like with whole beets, the peel softens enough to be easily eaten with a knife and fork.
  — Joe Yonan, Washington Post, 25 Feb. 2024
• Keep in mind, a ton of gorgeous prints come as peel-and-stick wallpapers.
  — Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 30 Nov. 2022
• The peel-and-stick style is offered in three colors and is a simple way to upgrade a space in your home.
  — Barbara Bellesi Zito, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Mar. 2023
• Light with a hint of citrus peel, this crowd-pleasing sparkler has a clean and crisp finish.
  — Susan Choung, Good Housekeeping, 28 Nov. 2022
• Add small peels and a cup of ice to the disposal while running cold water.
  — Christina Poletto, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2023
• Strain into a pre-chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon peel.
  — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 21 June 2023
• When the banana is soft, split it down the middle and sprinkle with chocolate chips or sauce and scoop straight out of the peel with a spoon.
  — Nicole Harris, Parents, 25 Oct. 2023
• Shake good and hard for eight to 10 seconds, strain into a rocks or tall glass onto cracked or crushed ice, and garnish with a lime wheel, wedge, or peel.
  — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 9 May 2026
• On Location peels back the curtain on some of your favorite films, television shows, and more.
  — Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
• Kim Kardashian and Dove Cameron are also fans of the peel-off product that doesn’t transfer.
  — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
• To give it a more unique flavor, try adding a lemon peel, fresh ginger, or a teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
  — Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026