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Recent Examples of nubuck
Hoka’s Kaha 3 GTX ($240) is one of the best boots available, blending soft nubuck leather, Vibram Megagrip sole and bags of cushioning.
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Chris Haslam, Wired News, 16 Oct. 2025
The materials — hairy suede, nubuck leather, and textile — feel really intentional.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 21 Aug. 2025
Each watch is paired with a light gray nubuck strap made by Delugs and lined in rubber for durability and comfort.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
They're crafted from soft suede and nubuck leather for all-day comfort and have a sleek single strap and double hook-and-loop closure for a just-right fit.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 21 May 2025
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Chris Haslam, Wired News, 16 Oct. 2025
The materials — hairy suede, nubuck leather, and textile — feel really intentional.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 21 Aug. 2025
Each watch is paired with a light gray nubuck strap made by Delugs and lined in rubber for durability and comfort.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
They're crafted from soft suede and nubuck leather for all-day comfort and have a sleek single strap and double hook-and-loop closure for a just-right fit.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nubuck
suede
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The shoes feature rich, espresso-brown see-through panels and supple suede along the trim on the heels’ topline.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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Cold weather calls for this faux fur lining, a removable and machine washable insole with arch support (great for victims of plantar fasciitis) alongside top-grade materials like sheepskin and suede for a winter slipper worth investing in.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Nubuck.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nubuck. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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