callus

Example Sentences

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But the paintbrush rubbing against the calluses on your palms calls you back to the bar.

From Literature

"Our final, clear polish could be put over any manicure or even bare nails, which could help people with calluses on their fingertips, too. So, it has both a cosmetic and lifestyle benefit," explains Desai.

From Science Daily

She was found with large calluses on her feet and ankles from constantly being on her hands and knees cleaning floors.

From BBC

He had clean, clipped nails, and calluses along his fingers, probably from working on the house with his dad.

From Literature

They were rough, with calluses from sewing, burns from ironing, cuts from slicing potatoes.

From Literature