hulling

present participle of hull
as in peeling
to remove the natural covering of hull the pinto beans before adding them

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Recent Examples of hulling This clever stem remover gadget makes hulling strawberries quick and clean. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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peeling
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  • The Associated Press verified that one man was arrested after touching the already-peeling paint.
    ABC News, ABC News, 27 June 2026
  • Common problems include over-filing of the nail plate, improper gel removal that leads to peeling or picking, concerns about UV lamp exposure and ongoing dehydration of the nail plate under the polish.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026

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“Hulling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hulling. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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