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skin

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verb

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as in to peel
to remove the natural covering of I prefer not to skin potatoes before mashing them

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of skin
Noun
Henkel, a shampoo company in Mexico, has recalled 1,068 units of shampoo due to possible exposure to a bacteria that can lead to eye, nose and skin infections, and possibly more adverse reactions to consumers who have compromised immune systems. Saleen Martin, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025 These compounds can affect skin elasticity and the breakdown of collagen (a structural protein in the skin), which can age your skin.2 3. Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
That’s because water, not sebum, is what gives skin its elasticity and plumpness, according to Dr. Castilla. Jenna Ryu, SELF, 11 Feb. 2025 Healthy coyotes can be skinned for the fur, and the glands, urine, teeth, claws, and bones can be used for various purposes. Skye Goode, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for skin
Recent Examples of Synonyms for skin
Noun
  • Trending Video 3 Interior Designers Transform The Same Galley Kitchen The stainless steel exterior is smudge-resistant and minimalist, with hidden pocket handles.
    Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Additional Tips to Keep Your Hummingbird Feeder at Its Best Use a funnel to fill the feeder to avoid drips and spills on the exterior.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Clouded leopards are threatened by deforestation and poaching, as land is cleared for palm oil agriculture and they are hunted for their teeth, pelt and bones used in some traditional medicine, according to the Smithsonian.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2025
  • His supporters swiftly took to the streets in Bucharest, CNN’s affiliate Antena 3 reported, with some tearing up asphalt from the roads to pelt police who had amassed to guard the BEC building.
    Christian Edwards, CNN, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Known for: Its quiet luxury aesthetic that puts premium leather and craftsmanship at the forefront.
    Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The soft leather looks best when done up in a snake print, as far as we’re concerned, which will instantly grant your off-duty stylings more oomph.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • But Lewandowski is about to peel away to the far post, opening up space for Torres to run to the near post.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Once the eggs are peeled, the sulfur smell spreads more quickly.
    Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Hit the ball too far up the handle, or off the end of the head, and the bat will flex and vibrate, transferring less energy to the ball and stinging the batter’s hands.
    Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2025
  • Pets who have an encounter with stinging caterpillars will need a vet visit ASAP.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The best face massagers are an easy way to level up your skin-care routine and give your precious serums, cleansers, and creams some well-deserved support.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Hailey wore an oversized cream trench coat, with a thick navy and cream Breton striped top underneath, cropped navy flared pants, and black mules.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Yet for all of the promise, turbulence exists beneath the surface.
    Bob Ras, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • On the surface, Barca’s 4-0 victory seemed like a lopsided affair in terms of the scoreline and the xG tallies (3.51 to 1.13).
    Brett Koremenos, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The viral TikTok gadget crushes fur and lint like nothing else.
    Simon Hill, Wired News, 28 Mar. 2025
  • In 1903, after opening and expanding a fur business, Zukor made his foray in the movie business by launching a chain of penny arcades that showed films.
    R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025

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“Skin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skin. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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