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as in pelts
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
furriers willing to pay good money for a lynx fur
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Recent Examples of furs
Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 16 Mar. 2026
The militia had first interrogated the Delaware and Mohican about the location of their material possessions before killing them to ensure a successful plunder of pewter, tea sets, furs, and clothing.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
On a grander scale, there were delicious faux furs and animal textures, and a series of glittery dresses with outsized hoop skirts.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
The drama centered around a citizen petition to prohibit the sale of some wild animals furs.
—Olivia Young, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The proposal, which would outlaw the sale, barter, or trade of wildlife furs and furbearer parts statewide, is similar to Ordinance 308, which would have banned the sale of new fur products in Denver.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Once the furs took off, clothes followed, in unlikely prints and vintage shapes that could only have been put together with a woman’s eye and a woman’s touch.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2026
According to the international non-profit Fur Free Alliance, more than 1,600 clothing retailers have agreed to stop selling furs.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Unexpected seatmates Momsen and Goldberg often nodded together in agreement as power suits and statement furs came down the runway, giggling at times due to Jones' commentary.
—Anika Reed, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
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In central dining tents, more blankets and furs make for a comfortable and cozy atmosphere.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 16 Mar. 2026
The militia had first interrogated the Delaware and Mohican about the location of their material possessions before killing them to ensure a successful plunder of pewter, tea sets, furs, and clothing.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
On a grander scale, there were delicious faux furs and animal textures, and a series of glittery dresses with outsized hoop skirts.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
The drama centered around a citizen petition to prohibit the sale of some wild animals furs.
—Olivia Young, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The proposal, which would outlaw the sale, barter, or trade of wildlife furs and furbearer parts statewide, is similar to Ordinance 308, which would have banned the sale of new fur products in Denver.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Once the furs took off, clothes followed, in unlikely prints and vintage shapes that could only have been put together with a woman’s eye and a woman’s touch.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2026
According to the international non-profit Fur Free Alliance, more than 1,600 clothing retailers have agreed to stop selling furs.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Unexpected seatmates Momsen and Goldberg often nodded together in agreement as power suits and statement furs came down the runway, giggling at times due to Jones' commentary.
—Anika Reed, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furs
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Raising the bar on fabric research, Moorer paired technical wools or cotton chenille with silk, and introduced the rare and naturally soft yak fiber to the outerwear range.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Here, the clothes are defined by impeccable fabrics—cashmere, silk-linen blends, fine wools.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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Sale hadn’t slowed a bit, looking like his prime self despite piles of injuries and the reality that few in their late 30s maintain high-level performance.—
Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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State police later searched the area near the steel bridge and found among the piles of wood chips an envelope bearing the victim’s name, pieces of bone and tissue, a human fingernail and crowns to the victim’s teeth, prosecutors said.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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The PlayLab staff will host a story time featuring books inspired by bison, along with a coloring craft event and a touch-and-feel experience with bison pelts.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Avoid storing fur in plastic garment bags, warm, dry closets, or dank, humid areas like the basement, as this can dry out pelts and lead to cracking or shedding.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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The other mother picked up her kids’ coats.—
Jenisha Watts,
The Atlantic,
23 Mar. 2026
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Among passers-by, fur coats are in fashion.—
Ruth Sherlock,
NPR,
22 Mar. 2026
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That distinctive colorway extends to the interior, where a subtle palette, teak flooring, and rich leathers are juxtaposed with gold fixtures and fittings.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
23 Mar. 2026
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Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering what’s changing in how fashion is made, scaled or engineered from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Mar. 2026
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Prosecutors said Heuermann's DNA was a match for hairs found on and near the victims' bodies.—
Carolyn Gusoff,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Leaves are covered with fine hairs, imparting considerable drought tolerance.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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The property’s design leans heavily on indoor-outdoor principles, including al fresco showers and plenty of breezy spaces for afternoon naps and aperitifs.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
23 Mar. 2026
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Jammies optional, naps discouraged.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
19 Mar. 2026
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Harvey can play on passing downs.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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The relationship between legendary comedienne Deborah Vance and millennial writer Ava Daniels has gone through ups, downs, fantastic successes, and nightmarish lawsuits.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Furs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furs. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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