peel

Example Sentences

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That’s because even though he no longer works in football, he knows he just won’t be able to peel himself away from the action.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I thought you might want to do something different today,” she said as she peeled at the Band-Aid on her elbow, revealing a bumpy scab underneath.

From Literature

“So… it sounds like your friend was a great wingman! Maybe I should rope in Bright…” I tackled the peel of a smoking plantain with my fingertips.

From Literature

Freeze citrus peels, berries, fresh herbs or edible flowers into ice cubes and let them do the heavy lifting.

From Salon

They taste like plum and lemon peel and salt.

From Literature