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hulling

verb

present participle of hull

as in peeling

to remove the natural covering of hull the pinto beans before adding them

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peeling

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Ninebark is another hardy shrub to plant in September, thanks to its interesting peeling bark which provides color and structure to a winter garden.

— Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 10 Sep. 2026
Its thin skin is easy to bite through, meaning you there’s no need to worry about peeling this apple before tossing it into the mix.

— Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2026

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