callused

past tense of callus

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for callused
Verb
  • Clean Off the Deck A mower deck caked with clippings attracts more clippings.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
  • Customize the cycle for each specific load, such as pots and pans, delicate china, and caked-on messes.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
Verb
  • The Seahawks ring, large as a child’s fist, is encrusted with 20 carats of white diamonds and blue sapphires.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
  • Lastly, the new Air Jordan 4 Retro OG style is set to come with a silver Jumpman hangtag that’s encrusted with diamond-like gems.
    Riley Jones, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
Verb
  • As new video-making tools have led to an surge in AI slop, YouTube has hardened its content policies.
    Andrew Zucker, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2026
  • Her tenor hardened during her Friday radio interview.
    Nicholas Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
Verb
  • The European Commission froze billions of euros in funds for Hungary in response to democratic backsliding led by Orbán, and concern lingers about the damage that can be done when one unhappy government insists on wielding its veto.
    ABC News, ABC News, 15 June 2026
  • Years before the couple married, Taylor says her boyfriend spotted a handmade blanket draped over her nephew and immediately froze.
    Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
Verb
  • Nicks on the edge or stiffened, curled rubber will leave streaks.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
  • The moose flinched and stiffened.
    Fred Bear, Outdoor Life, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • Since then, speculation has congealed into reality.
    Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
  • Then they were scooped from the pot and set on a plate to rest, glistening and congealed, revealing the color of the filling within.
    Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Much of that growth has been concreted at the very top.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • With that, the Dolphins solidified themselves as the youngest team in the NFL for the upcoming season.
    Ava DiCecca, Sun Sentinel, 18 June 2026
  • Exact hours may change or be further solidified.
    Jenna Thompson June 18, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026
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“Callused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/callused. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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