shucked

verb

past tense of shuck
as in peeled
to remove the natural covering of shucking peas

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Recent Examples of shucked As fishermen brought in the fresh bivalves, his team shucked them and sent the meat on for eating in the Northeast. — Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026 On the cruise, visitors will head out on the tiki boats where cocktails will be served and oysters will be shucked on deck. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2025
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peeled
Verb
  • Whether roasted until soft and caramelized, pureed or peeled in fresh veggie ribbons, September’s abundant harvest offers the ultimate bridge between late-summer sun and early-autumn comfort.
    — Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 6 Sep. 2026
  • While on the trail, keep your eyes peeled for wildlife your dog may be tempted to chase.
    — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of peeled

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“Shucked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shucked. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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