peel

Example Sentences

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Options already exist for fixing dyes without lead, including natural mordants derived from plants rich in tannins, such as oak bark, pomegranate peel and rosemary, as well as alum, which is considered environmentally safe.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

Maybe it is plainly shameful to sit idly by, waiting for the police to peel back more layers of abominable detail, so it can be quickly disseminated to a hungry audience.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

“We have the ability to peel back the curtain,” he added.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 21, 2026

Olivier’s demonic anger at the world came through clearly, whereas Mr. Elordi’s Heathcliff seems as though he’d be content to simply peel away Catherine from Edgar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

“Rupa! Go pump more water and peel the potatoes. And don’t scold your brother—I’m sure he’ll start studying harder than ever now.”

From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins