shuck

Example Sentences

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Ms. Andrews learned to shuck scallops there, and played “king of the hill” on the mound of discarded shells outside.

From New York Times • Jan. 30, 2024

One of my fondest food-related memories growing up is watching my father shuck corn at our local supermarket.

From Salon • Aug. 23, 2023

I’ll put one of my oyster plates in the freezer while I shuck the oysters from the farmers market.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2023

It takes just a few minutes to zap the corn cobs in their husks, which makes them easy to shuck.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 31, 2022

“I guess if a man had to shuck off everything he had, inside and out, he’d manage to hide a few little sins somewhere for his own discomfort. They’re the last things we’ll give up.”

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck