peeling

Example Sentences

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The Reflecting Pool has just undergone a multi-million dollar resealing and painting project, but already the paint appears to be peeling off.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

The problems with the peeling paint appear widespread across the 610-meter-long pool.

From Barron's • Jun. 20, 2026

Now, portions of the newly resurfaced structure are already showing visible signs of wear, with peeling paint and patchy coloration fueling questions about the durability and execution of the project.

From Salon • Jun. 19, 2026

Now, those taxpayer millions are peeling off and floating away in ragged, aquamarine chunks.

From Slate • Jun. 19, 2026

I loved how the room got noisy as the Allies piled in, dumping their backpacks in the corner and peeling off layers of winter wear as they settled into a circle.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama