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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
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
Full faux furs are still in the mix, but I was particularly intrigued by its appearance on the trims of the coat.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 19 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
The weekend showcased Chanel snow boots, one-of-a-kind furs, diamonds the size of ice cubes.
—Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
Our guide, Meri Koponen, a national bronze medalist in kick-sledding, had swaddled Agnes in reindeer furs.
—Boris Fishman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
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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
Full faux furs are still in the mix, but I was particularly intrigued by its appearance on the trims of the coat.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 19 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
The weekend showcased Chanel snow boots, one-of-a-kind furs, diamonds the size of ice cubes.
—Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
Our guide, Meri Koponen, a national bronze medalist in kick-sledding, had swaddled Agnes in reindeer furs.
—Boris Fishman, Travel + Leisure, 8 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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Remove thick, dense piles of wet and matted leaves, or consider gently fluffing them up with a rake.—
Heather Zidack,
Hartford Courant,
14 Mar. 2026
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Don't leave piles of mulch, compost, or weeds lying around the vegetable garden.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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As submitted, the petition would not limit the trapping or hunting of furbearers, just the sale of their furs and other parts, including hides, pelts, skins, claws and similar items.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
5 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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Burlington, known for selling coats, clothes, accessories and home goods, is set to open in the old Staples location, 8450 NW Prairie View Road, according to a Zona Rosa news release.—
Noelle Alviz-Gransee
Updated March 10,
Kansas City Star,
10 Mar. 2026
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One of the things my daughter and I both love is how this mascara keeps lashes defined and clump-free, even with multiple coats.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
10 Mar. 2026
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The living quarters represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship, featuring approximately 78 materials ranging from ebony to fine leathers and custom furniture throughout.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
5 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,
5 Mar. 2026
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After birth, hormone levels drop quickly and many of those hairs shift into the shedding phase at once, a process called telogen effluvium.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2026
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So this is a very lawyerly, splitting-hairs workaround.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2026
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Planning around children’s schedules, including naps and feeding times, can reduce frustration during travel.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
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Having stretched out on the chaise for movie nights, naps, and even one full night, Griggs touts the sofa’s firm yet cozy seat and durable upholstery.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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The 2026 Oscars were full of ups and downs, of winners and losers, gorgeous gowns and daring fashions.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
16 Mar. 2026
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While the Wolves have had their ups and downs since then, the improved bench post-trade deadline has been a big story.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Furs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furs. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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