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as in exteriors
an outer part or layer
space-age materials used on the skin of the aircraft
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as in pelts
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
hats made from beaver skins were once fashionable
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as in leathers
the hairless natural covering of an animal prepared for use
calfskin gloves
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as in cheats
to rob by the use of trickery or threats
got his revenge on the dirty swindler who had skinned him
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as in bombs
to defeat by a large margin
we simply got skinned in the interoffice softball tournament
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Recent Examples of skins
Olivia Young, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
This trade-off has limited the design of electronic skins used in collaborative robots.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Mar. 2026
And war powers votes will be viewed as more of a shirts-and-skins exercise than anything else.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 28 Feb. 2026
Winners unlock cosmetic rewards, including card skins and players can showcase their collections in a personalized Card Dojo.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026
Tannins, which are compounds in wine present in grape seeds, grape skins, and oak barrels offer a drying or astringent quality on the tongue and gums.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2026
Purchase pre-peeled garlic cloves in bulk or peel the garlic cloves yourself using the flat side of a large knife to mash them slightly and then peel off the skins.
—Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
In the newest Olympic sport, athletes raced uphill wearing either climbing skins over their skis or just their stiff boots, then barreled down an ungroomed course.
—Jiachuan Wu, NBC news, 23 Feb. 2026
Most fiber lives in the skins and fibrous meat of fruits and vegetables.
—Brandi Jones, Health, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
As submitted, the petition would not limit the trapping or hunting of furbearers, just the sale of their furs and other parts, including hides, pelts, skins, claws and similar items.
—Olivia Young, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
This trade-off has limited the design of electronic skins used in collaborative robots.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Mar. 2026
And war powers votes will be viewed as more of a shirts-and-skins exercise than anything else.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 28 Feb. 2026
Winners unlock cosmetic rewards, including card skins and players can showcase their collections in a personalized Card Dojo.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026
Tannins, which are compounds in wine present in grape seeds, grape skins, and oak barrels offer a drying or astringent quality on the tongue and gums.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2026
Purchase pre-peeled garlic cloves in bulk or peel the garlic cloves yourself using the flat side of a large knife to mash them slightly and then peel off the skins.
—Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
In the newest Olympic sport, athletes raced uphill wearing either climbing skins over their skis or just their stiff boots, then barreled down an ungroomed course.
—Jiachuan Wu, NBC news, 23 Feb. 2026
Most fiber lives in the skins and fibrous meat of fruits and vegetables.
—Brandi Jones, Health, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for skins
Noun
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The wide space exteriors and spaceship shots were entirely digital and beautifully done by ILM.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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In addition to spot-cleaning any stains or scuff marks on the exteriors of purses, backpacks, or luggage, double-check the interiors.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Avoid storing fur in plastic garment bags, warm, dry closets, or dank, humid areas like the basement, as this can dry out pelts and lead to cracking or shedding.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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Only Ralph could make tweed, velvet, fur pelts and suiting sexy and recognizable and stylishly sumptuous.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The living quarters represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship, featuring approximately 78 materials ranging from ebony to fine leathers and custom furniture throughout.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering what’s changing in how fashion is made, scaled or engineered from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Winter showcases the exfoliating bark, which peels away to reveal strips of gray, orange, and brick red.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 Mar. 2026
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Low tides offer a look as the ocean peels back to give people a glimpse at the critters and plant life usually underwater.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
31 Dec. 2025
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Inspired by real stories, Eva Marcille portrays a wife who miraculously cheats death after her husband’s (Tyler Lepley) betrayal in Pushed Off a Plane and Survived airing on February 28.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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Blashill wants the Blackhawks to be a fast-pressure team at both ends of the rink, one that attacks vertically but never cheats for offense.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The United States bombs Iran's nuclear facilities days later.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
1 Mar. 2026
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Page Six gets a Hollywood edition Papps declined last week to reveal what stories his reporters were chasing and what bombs the political columnists will throw in its first editions.—
Christopher Weber,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Elevated surfaces such as trees and bridges are most at risk, while roadways may see some impacts depending on how quickly temperatures drop.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Des Moines Register,
6 Mar. 2026
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Think of the generic, smooth plastic surfaces found in many cars.—
Beth Livesay,
AJC.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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The drama centered around a citizen petition to prohibit the sale of some wild animals furs.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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The proposal, which would outlaw the sale, barter, or trade of wildlife furs and furbearer parts statewide, is similar to Ordinance 308, which would have banned the sale of new fur products in Denver.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Skins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skins. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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