Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stripping (down)
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This native plant doesn’t need much pruning other than to maintain its shape, remove dead or diseased branches, and thin it out as needed to improve circulation.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
3 Nov. 2025 -
Compost, mulch, and microbial balance are as much a part of the firm’s services as pruning roses or planting containers.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
28 Oct. 2025
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Bibb took to her Instagram story before the annual event, sharing a behind-the-scenes video of Chris McMillan trimming her ends.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
4 Nov. 2025
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Once the tree is installed, state Department of General Services crews will go to work trimming the tree over the next several days.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Stripping (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stripping%20%28down%29. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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