1
as in to peel
to cast (a natural bodily covering or appendage) aside
a snake's skin doesn't grow as the snake does, so every so often the snake will shed its old skin
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as in to unload
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
you need to shed your old notions of propriety and have some fun for a change
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Recent Examples of shed
Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
As the manhunt continues, the sheriff’s office has advised residents in neighboring counties to lock their doors, including on outbuildings and sheds, and leave their outdoor lights on and their blinds open.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 8 June 2025
Jen Juneau, People.com, 8 July 2025
In the video, Mamdani sheds more light on his views of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
—Gabe Friedman, Sun Sentinel, 7 July 2025
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Verb
Even through storms, the shed maintained its stability, and there were no leaks inside of the shed.
—Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
As the manhunt continues, the sheriff’s office has advised residents in neighboring counties to lock their doors, including on outbuildings and sheds, and leave their outdoor lights on and their blinds open.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 8 June 2025
Noun
The actor previously shed light on his turbulent childhood while testifying during his defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard in April 2022.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 8 July 2025
In the video, Mamdani sheds more light on his views of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
—Gabe Friedman, Sun Sentinel, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shed
Verb
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Nailing down these basics might sound tedious, but trust us: These habits will save your future self (and sensitive skin) a whole lot of pain, peeling, and regret down the line.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
7 July 2025
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Keep your eyes peeled for beavers in the three lakes, moose grazing near the shoreline, and various bird species throughout the journey.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
7 July 2025
Verb
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Vulnerability The goal of storytelling and advocacy is not to unload, but to provide a window into their experience.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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More infrastructure added and wanted Message boards placed on the side of 109 with warnings and reminders like radar being enforced and the legal requirement to stop for a school bus loading and unloading students have been present on different portions of 109 since the fall.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Noun
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On the state's southwest coast on June 21, three people suffered minor injuries after lightning struck a tiki hut on the beach, according to the Marco Island Police Department.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
26 June 2025
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And women peering out of small wooden huts in epic Arctic wildernesses.—
James Rebanks
June 26,
Literary Hub,
26 June 2025
Verb
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So do yourself a favor and ditch the heavy layers this summer.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
7 July 2025
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Saks then lined up $350 million in new financing in May only to ditch that in favor of $600 million in financing last month from a group of bondholders jockeying for a better position in the capital structure.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
7 July 2025
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The bout of storms comes after torrential rainfall Tuesday night dumped nearly 5.5 inches of rain within 90 minutes, prompting reports of flooding in basements and viaducts on the city’s West Side.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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And one recent event included a surprise appearance from two contestants who were recently dumped from the island.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Given Freudenberger’s expertise transforming everything from ski chalets to surf shacks, the project felt destined to be.—
David Foxley,
Architectural Digest,
7 July 2025
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Lucky Lou’s Raw Bar 123 NE 20th Ave., Deerfield Beach Sometime later this summer, the former Bru’s Room near the Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier will turn into a casual oyster bar and sporty seafood shack.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
Verb
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Off flavor: If the pineapple tastes sour or fizzy, discard it.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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When the markets washed out in April, these CEFs were discarded by their vanilla dividend owners.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Dozens of students gathered Tuesday evening at a vigil held in front of the University of Texas Tower, hosted by the University Panhellenic Council and Zeta Tau Alpha sorority's Kappa chapter, to mourn the lives lost.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
9 July 2025
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In the 25 years before it was signed, more than 3,500 people lost their lives in the Troubles.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
9 July 2025
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“Shed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shed. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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