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husked

verb

past tense of husk

as in peeled

to remove the natural covering of the tedious task of husking coconuts

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Travelers should also keep their eyes peeled for special flash sales, which may be shorter in length, but can be greater in savings.

— Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
From there, the leathery red skin is easily peeled away (or popped out by squeezing from the opposite end) to reveal the fleshy white, glossy fruit that feels sort of like a grape without the peel.

— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2026

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