shucking

present participle of shuck
as in peeling
to remove the natural covering of shucking peas

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peeling
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  • Just one narrow swipe of the peel-off formula gives you the perfect amount of peeling power.
    Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Utilizing a variety of tools that allow for shading, etching, and peeling creates a layered effect and transforms pumpkins into detailed pieces of multi-dimensional art.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025
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“Shucking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shucking. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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