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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
Ryan Brennan
may 8, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
The researchers envision a world where autonomous underwater robots use glowing skins to navigate the deep ocean without heavy batteries.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
The downloadable content includes two operator skins, weapon blueprints, charms and other cosmetic items, along with experience boosts.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 6 May 2026
Creamy mashed potatoes combine with butter, heavy cream, and sour cream, and then finished off with bacon, crisp potato skins, and a layer of Cheddar cheese.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
The key ingredient here is GSM10, a patent-pending molecule derived from a decade of research into the Perrin family’s grape pomace—the seeds and skins left over from the winemaking process, which scientists have found has a potent ability to help the skin renew itself.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
The Caudalie beauty brand was the brainchild of daughter Mathilde and her husband Bertrand Thomas, who learned from a Bordeaux pharmacology professor about the potential health benefits of the grape skins thrown away by wineries.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Summer squashes have the same basic planting needs as zucchini, but their tender skins are predominantly yellow rather than green.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2026
The line used several sustainable animal material alternatives, such as faux down made from wildflowers and vegan leather made from grape skins, stalks and seeds.
—Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
Pay close attention to pipes under skins, window frames, rooflines, basements and crawl spaces.
—Ryan Brennan
may 8, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
The researchers envision a world where autonomous underwater robots use glowing skins to navigate the deep ocean without heavy batteries.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
The downloadable content includes two operator skins, weapon blueprints, charms and other cosmetic items, along with experience boosts.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 6 May 2026
Creamy mashed potatoes combine with butter, heavy cream, and sour cream, and then finished off with bacon, crisp potato skins, and a layer of Cheddar cheese.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
The key ingredient here is GSM10, a patent-pending molecule derived from a decade of research into the Perrin family’s grape pomace—the seeds and skins left over from the winemaking process, which scientists have found has a potent ability to help the skin renew itself.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
The Caudalie beauty brand was the brainchild of daughter Mathilde and her husband Bertrand Thomas, who learned from a Bordeaux pharmacology professor about the potential health benefits of the grape skins thrown away by wineries.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Summer squashes have the same basic planting needs as zucchini, but their tender skins are predominantly yellow rather than green.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2026
The line used several sustainable animal material alternatives, such as faux down made from wildflowers and vegan leather made from grape skins, stalks and seeds.
—Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for skins
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Shades of Green Sara McDaniel, designer, renovator, and creator of Simply Southern Cottage, says shades of green will be taking home exteriors by storm in 2026.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 May 2026
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The collection of four 200-year-old houses that comprise the property are charming with their wooden porches and shingled exteriors, keeping the right amount of familiarity.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
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The PlayLab staff will host a story time featuring books inspired by bison, along with a coloring craft event and a touch-and-feel experience with bison pelts.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
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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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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,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Each one features expansive picture windows or a private terrace and is decked out with leathers, wood veneers, and marbles.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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As the ball comes in, two players move towards either post and another is positioned at or peels away to the penalty spot, with the ensuing chaos providing opportunities to score.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Lemon peels speed up decomposition in your compost bin.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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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
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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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Exposure to snow, ice and salt can weaken materials, loosen boards and create uneven surfaces.—
Angie Hicks,
Boston Herald,
8 May 2026
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Here, the Sport+ drive mode does a commendable job of keeping the transmission in the meaty parts of the powerband, while dialing the dampers back to Sport achieves the right balance of body control and compliance on these less-than-perfect road surfaces.—
Bradley Iger,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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Miranda flings furs across desks like royal decrees.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
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Among the products listed in most price currents were cotton, flour, furs, leather, oil, animal skins, tobacco, and wheat.—
Chris Roush,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Skins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skins. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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