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Recent Examples of leathery
The shell was probably soft and leathery and didn’t fossilize readily, which would explain why scientists have not found signs of therapsid eggs until now.
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Kate Wong, Scientific American, 15 Apr. 2026
In April, tall stalks bearing deep-pink flowers emerge from the leathery, glossy foliage.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 13 Apr. 2026
Heaps of leathery brown prickly pear pads sagged into the dirt and ash.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Euonymous has dozens of cultivars, growing from two to 12 feet tall, all with leathery leaves, and many with green and gold or green and white variegations.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 21 Feb. 2026
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Kate Wong, Scientific American, 15 Apr. 2026
In April, tall stalks bearing deep-pink flowers emerge from the leathery, glossy foliage.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 13 Apr. 2026
Heaps of leathery brown prickly pear pads sagged into the dirt and ash.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Euonymous has dozens of cultivars, growing from two to 12 feet tall, all with leathery leaves, and many with green and gold or green and white variegations.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 21 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leathery
Adjective
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More recent air quality news Major automakers are urging the EPA to delay tougher vehicle pollution standards for two years.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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In a tough economy for local breweries, Clairvoyant has found a way to keep its heart beating.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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The oil nourishes weak and brittle strands, leaving them stronger and more moisturized.—
Jailynn Taylor,
InStyle,
1 June 2026
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Underwatering causes the leaves to look dry and brittle.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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Cherry Garcia is another standout, thanks to its mix of creamy ice cream, chewy cherries, and crunchy chocolate.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
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The texture is robust yet not heavy, with a slightly chewy mid-palate and well-integrated alcohol.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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“Leathery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leathery. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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