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as in exterior
an outer part or layer
space-age materials used on the skin of the aircraft
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as in pelt
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 leather
the hairless natural covering of an animal prepared for use
calfskin gloves
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as in to sting
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 to cream
to defeat by a large margin
we simply got skinned in the interoffice softball tournament
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Recent Examples of skin
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025
Levoit Top Fill Humidifier The best-selling Levoit humidifier skillfully combats the dry air in my home, which really helped during the colder months when my skin and sinuses suffer most.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 11 July 2025
Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
The suit includes an allegation that Combs skinned a rival’s dog.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 4 June 2025
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Noun
The cucumbers develop tough, yellow skins and large seeds and become bitter.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025
Levoit Top Fill Humidifier The best-selling Levoit humidifier skillfully combats the dry air in my home, which really helped during the colder months when my skin and sinuses suffer most.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 11 July 2025
Verb
As Perez attempted to skin the cat, Rhea Ripley rose from the dead and tossed Perez into a pile of ladders.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
The suit includes an allegation that Combs skinned a rival’s dog.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skin
Noun
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Often considered to be the first truly American style of architecture, Prairie homes typically have a low-slung, cantilevered roof; rows of windows; a brick or stucco exterior; and a large central fireplace.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
7 July 2025
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Made with a trendy, puffy exterior, this spacious tote comes with a padded laptop sleeve, a discreet zippered side pocket (perfect for stashing your passport), and an expandable zippered bottom that can add 3.5 additional inches of storage space.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2025
Noun
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In the United States, it is estimated that 100,000 wolves were killed for their pelts each year between 1870 and 1877, according to the International Wolf Center.—
Ruth Sherlock,
NPR,
9 July 2025
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Only a reindeer pelt separates you from the cold slab below.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Siemer also designed a gallery space above a large chocolate leather sectional sofa that strategically incorporated mirrors.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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Opt for a pair of leather slides or platform sandals.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
4 July 2025
Verb
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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
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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
Verb
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The bees became aggressive and stung the man multiple times.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
9 July 2025
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Opting for a two-piece swimsuit in favor of a one-piece could also reduce your chances of getting stung.—
Evan Moore
July 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 July 2025
Verb
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The new, collective kits will be introduced in the fall and come in blue and cream with gold hardware.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
20 May 2025
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There's no flour, no creaming butter, nothing fancy.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
18 June 2025
Noun
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However, this exact reason could be beneficial for sleepers with back pain, as well as heavier sleepers, who require a firmer surface to keep their spines happy and in alignment.—
Julia Forbes,
Wired News,
9 July 2025
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Plus, take the elbow grease out of scrubbing hard surfaces and opt for this electric spin scrubber that’s 42 percent off.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Dogs with a thin fur coat on their belly can benefit from wearing sunscreen made for dogs; there are also canine sunscreen creams to protect their noses.—
Jen Reeder,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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In the video clip, Simpson sits in a bathtub, wearing a leopard print faux fur coat and posing in a leather corset with sheer black tights.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
12 July 2025
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“Skin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skin. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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