flaking

Example Sentences

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Inside, the wallpaper is flaking, carpets are frayed and doors are broken.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

It appeared to London that the women thought she was flaking on their plans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

Looking after dry skin every day with one—or all—of these natural remedies can alleviate uncomfortable itching and flaking all year long.

From National Geographic • Feb. 7, 2024

The long linear joints and the edges of scattered repairs are sites of significant flaking and paint loss.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 18, 2024

I scrub at the caked rubbish so hard it feels like my skin is flaking off, but I'm glad to be getting cleaner.

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman