1
as in sheaths
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
eating oysters straight out of their shells
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2
as in structures
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
workers at the shipyard have thus far erected the shell of the ship
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3
as in exteriors
an outer part or layer
the shell of the building is all glass, making it conspicuous on a street with mostly limestone facades
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Recent Examples of shells
Kevin Holden Platt, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Exposure to the pesticide DDT in the 1960s weakened the shells of eggs laid by merlins and other raptors, and fewer of their chicks survived.
—Tom Langen, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025
The 19 Degree line — with its featherweight shells and fluid silhouettes — strengthens Tumi’s iconic design language.
—Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Given that an attack on servers or substations can be as devastating as an attack with shells and missiles, any effective defense strategy must now treat digital threats with the same level of severity as physical ones.
—Brian Walsh, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
Both sides fired tens of millions of shells nonstop over ten months.
—Michael Jerome Plunkett
september 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025
Sunset Beach is a hot spot for collecting shells and is known for having lots of sand dollars that wash up on the shore.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
Pollen has evolved to feature UV-resistant shells that protect its contents from damage.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Sep. 2025
Like North Korea, Iran has sent piles of weapons to Russia to support its war on Ukraine, from drones and artillery shells to short-range missiles, according to American and European officials.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
Some lava tubes that wrap across the surface of the Red Planet could make perfect protective shells to position prefabricated human habitats transported aboard the massive Starship capsules that are now counting down to descending on Mars.
—Kevin Holden Platt, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Exposure to the pesticide DDT in the 1960s weakened the shells of eggs laid by merlins and other raptors, and fewer of their chicks survived.
—Tom Langen, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025
The 19 Degree line — with its featherweight shells and fluid silhouettes — strengthens Tumi’s iconic design language.
—Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Given that an attack on servers or substations can be as devastating as an attack with shells and missiles, any effective defense strategy must now treat digital threats with the same level of severity as physical ones.
—Brian Walsh, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
Both sides fired tens of millions of shells nonstop over ten months.
—Michael Jerome Plunkett
september 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025
Sunset Beach is a hot spot for collecting shells and is known for having lots of sand dollars that wash up on the shore.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
Pollen has evolved to feature UV-resistant shells that protect its contents from damage.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Sep. 2025
Like North Korea, Iran has sent piles of weapons to Russia to support its war on Ukraine, from drones and artillery shells to short-range missiles, according to American and European officials.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shells
Noun
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Gone are the Davos power sheaths and blunt business bob from her time as White House senior adviser.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
12 Aug. 2025
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Also included with the knife set are two sheaths and a knife sharpener.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The museum has a track record of preserving historic structures, caring for five historic buildings, including the Siloam School and 1774 Rock House, the county’s oldest home.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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The canyon-like layout consists of four spherical structures connected by curving platforms, courtyards, and pedestrian bridges; 3 of the 18 floors are below ground.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The slip-on design and luxe leather exteriors instantly upgrade your look, while wide footbeds offer a comfortable space for your feet to sit without constraint.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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Home Depot’s yard decor lineup is designed to make exteriors shine, featuring a mix of lights, figures, and themed accessories.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Even as his car peels away down the street, several kids run after it.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
5 Sep. 2025
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There are many more layers here, which the film gradually peels away to reveal the tragedy at its core.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Remind them their worth is non-negotiable When your child fails — gets cut from the team, bombs a test — remind them their value isn't up for debate.—
Jennifer Breheny Wallace,
CNBC,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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After testing, the Missouri State Highway Patrol allege the gun matched shell casings collected during their investigation.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
9 Sep. 2025
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In July of last year, after the shooting at the property, the brothers found bullet casings on the floor in front of their apartment.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Pauli and Jung found connection through their fringe theoretical frameworks, psychology and physics playing on each other to make up one beautiful and haunting mess of a universe.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Trust Protocol has set minimum requirements for its Field Partner Program, adapting regenerative agriculture frameworks from major organizations.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Pace put different people through the paces of different things on different equipment and surfaces, ranging from some beginner movements to some rather acrobatic moves by a woman visiting from South Korea that looked a lot like gymnastics.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Self-adhesive metal plates hold each light, sticking tight to surfaces while keeping them blemish-free.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Shells.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shells. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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