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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shucking
peeling
Verb
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Taking butter from a charming dish at breakfast feels warmer and more intentional than peeling back the wrapper on a cold stick from the fridge.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025 -
Over time, exposure to the elements has left the dolls dirty and worn, with peeling paint on their faces, tattered clothing, missing eyes, and no hair, creating a chilling and eerie atmosphere.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Shucking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shucking. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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