peeling

Example Sentences

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Peeling back the wrapping I'm holding a 1,000 calorie triple decker – three slices of bread with two layers of filling.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Peeling back the layers, he and the Big Pipes team discovered a bug in Ipidea’s code.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Peeling bark from cinnamon tree branches is easiest after heavy rainfalls, which soften the bark, so harvests typically happen after monsoon seasons.

From Salon • Dec. 11, 2023

Peeling the dogs prevents them from getting a tough exterior while on the rotisserie.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 3, 2023

Peeling the skin back with my teeth, I bite into the flesh, knowing that in Amit's presence, I can eat it Bengali-style.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins