soft-shell
Example Sentences
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A recent Thursday gathering persuaded Girouard to abandon the launch of a windproof soft-shell jacket.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026
A couple models are sufficiently protective that the wearers don’t have to practice with Guardian Caps, the soft-shell covers that fit over standard helmets to provide additional cushion and protection.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 18, 2024
Other states along the Atlantic coast have also experienced declines in both quahogs as well as also oysters, bay scallops and soft-shell clams, according to McManus.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 24, 2023
Instead of trying to pick a steamed or boiled green crab, they're better eaten in soft-shell form or used to make flavorful stocks, sauces and butters.
From Salon • Jul. 20, 2023
“It’s soft-shell crab,” Grandma said, inching forward as the line did.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
