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shedding

NOUN
peeling
Synonyms
STRONG
desquamation dropping exfoliating exuviating molting
WEAK


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A major twin study is shedding new light on the long running debate over nature versus nurture, suggesting that genetics may play a far larger role in future success than many people realize.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

Both main oil contracts slipped Tuesday, with West Texas Intermediate shedding more than one percent.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

The state’s vaunted defense industry was shedding tens of thousands of jobs with the closure of military bases after the end of the Cold War.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Shares of Microsoft are the biggest underperformer among the group, shedding 12% year to date.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 26, 2026

The tulips have had their moment and are done, shedding their petals one by one, like teeth.

From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood




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