cuticle

noun

Definition of cuticlenext
as in skin

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Recent Examples of cuticle Instead, the technique uses specialized electric file bits and precision scissors to carefully remove excess cuticle and dead skin around the nail bed. — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Skip aggressive cuticle cutting. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026 Many sets ship with everything needed for application, including a file, buffer, cuticle stick and glue, which means a full manicure can take minutes instead of an afternoon. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 26 June 2026 The formula uses argan oil, amino acids, and keratin-like proteins to smooth split ends, strengthen the cuticle, and boost shine. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cuticle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuticle
  1. skin
  2. shield
  3. plate
  4. carapace
  5. plating
  6. envelope
  7. mail
  8. hide
Noun
  • Some of the most popular forms include peppermint oil diffusers, skin and hair care products, non-toxic insect and vermin repellants, natural cleaning products, dietary supplements and pure essential oil.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Advertisement If a cat bite breaks the skin, wash it immediately with soap and running water and see a medical provider, Steury says.
    — Angela Haupt, Time, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of skin
Noun
  • Hydrogen, which has no neutrons, has roughly double that ratio of any other element, which is why water is often cited as a good space radiation shield.
    — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Ornamental shields and coats of arms are decorated with castles, crosses, lions, flags, and crowns.
    — Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of shield
Noun
  • In 554 plate appearances, Gunnar Henderson has hit 20 long balls, tallied 51 RBIs and scored 74 runs.
    — Data Skrive, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The only thing that caught me off guard was how the PEI plate held the parts a little too well, requiring some aggressive flexing after cooling to pull the stool away.
    — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of plate
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  • The carapace must be longer than 3 inches, and the lobsters must be measured while in the water.
    — Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 25 July 2026
  • The carapace, the lobster part that is not the tail, must be greater than three inches long.
    — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
Definition of carapace
Noun
  • Seline, a 14- to 17-course epicurean adventure told through seasonal and regional ingredients, innovative techniques and showy plating that makes use of bones, antlers and bowls within bowls, has been racking up accolades in 2026.
    — Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Drop the slices into a bowl of ice water to keep them crisp and curled until plating time.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of plating
Noun
  • Each envelope contains a message meant to encourage, validate or uplift the person who selects it.
    — Sophia Buonpane, Kansas City Star, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Webb’s mid-infrared data revealed the clear signature of oxygen-rich silicate dust, as well as, for the first time, water, in IRS 3’s dust envelope.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of envelope
Noun
  • Anyone who has received a vote-by-mail ballot can still opt to vote in person instead.
    — Ruth Abramovitz, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Those who bought tickets with cash or check will receive a refund via mail.
    — Riley Moser, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of mail
Noun
  • Finally, the six-point bull climbed out and walked off, with a fresh coat of mud glistening on his hide.
    — Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 12 Aug. 2026
  • On the southern end of the loop, check out the interactive Bison Center to feel hides, hear the creatures’ varied grunts and bleats, and learn about the park’s efforts to sustainably maintain the herd.
    — Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of hide

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“Cuticle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuticle. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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