peeling

Example Sentences

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“They were able to start peeling back the external wall of the tank and move the insulation.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Perhaps the biggest downside of garlic is the prep work: peeling and mincing individual cloves can be a nuisance even for the everyday home cook.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

Previously, thin layers of MoSe2 were created using exfoliation -- a method similar to peeling layers off a crystal with adhesive tape.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

“Every situation is slightly different, and you have to start peeling the onion,” Smith said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026

Everyone in the room was peeling off her gloves.

From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl