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as in pelts
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
furriers willing to pay good money for a lynx fur
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Recent Examples of furs
Heather Bien, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026
The beavers provided a supply of warm winter furs.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
From blazers and faux furs to maxi skirts, there are several fashion-forward ways to style this statement accessory.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Many of Nour Hammour’s pieces, like its Luxurious Robe Coat and Decadent Shearling Pullover, could be mistaken for furs.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
Wine and cocktails were flowing for a crowd in tuxedos, furs and gowns as Detroit got its first look at the 2026 auto show and its shiny array of the latest offerings from automakers.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Beautifully made hats, faux furs, and winter knits are stylish perennials in the cold-weather wardrobes of chic Italian women.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
Design-wise, expect an old-world aesthetic with animal furs, antlers and candlelight.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Standard homeowners insurance policies have a sub-limit that covers collectibles like furs and other items.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 16 Dec. 2025
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Look for both real and faux furs, but pay close attention to their condition.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026
The beavers provided a supply of warm winter furs.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
From blazers and faux furs to maxi skirts, there are several fashion-forward ways to style this statement accessory.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Many of Nour Hammour’s pieces, like its Luxurious Robe Coat and Decadent Shearling Pullover, could be mistaken for furs.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
Wine and cocktails were flowing for a crowd in tuxedos, furs and gowns as Detroit got its first look at the 2026 auto show and its shiny array of the latest offerings from automakers.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Beautifully made hats, faux furs, and winter knits are stylish perennials in the cold-weather wardrobes of chic Italian women.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
Design-wise, expect an old-world aesthetic with animal furs, antlers and candlelight.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Standard homeowners insurance policies have a sub-limit that covers collectibles like furs and other items.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 16 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furs
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Kiwad, their first foray into menswear, features handwoven cotton, wools, and linens crafted by artisans across India, where weaving is not just an occupation, but a way of life passed from generation to generation.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026
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This season, younger designers leant into heavy knitwear pieces, embracing ancient crafts by collaborating with local artisans to create sustainable wools, alongside innovating with materials and form.—
Amy O’Brien,
Vogue,
30 Jan. 2026
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These piles will be more durable, Yung said, because they are composed of larger trees, some of which have 12-inch diameter trunks.—
Bryan Hendricks,
Arkansas Online,
15 Feb. 2026
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Burn piles sit close to the road, left during mitigation efforts by Denver Mountain Parks, which owns a lot of land in the area.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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But humans have been lethal to stoats in return, especially when their pelts turn white.—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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The swish of chainmail coming down the runway was audible, as models slinked down the catwalk decked in statement pelts and belts.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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To experience the magic for yourself, apply just two coats of the clear polish to clean, bare nails.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
9 Feb. 2026
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Winter coats, scarves, and gloves are bulky items that take up a lot of space, and they’re also not needed throughout the year.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
9 Feb. 2026
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Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering what’s changing in how fashion is made, scaled or engineered from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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From rich woods, smoky leathers, warm gourmands, and modern classics, these fragrances are guaranteed to turn heads—and hearts.—
Colleen Sullivan,
InStyle,
4 Feb. 2026
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And while the average person sheds 50 to 100 hairs a day, perimenopausal women often lose more than that.—
Jocelyn Solis-Moreira,
Flow Space,
13 Feb. 2026
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Some fans had brought their kids, or maybe the kids had brought the parents, but either way there were more than a few gray hairs but also loads of Fall Out Boy shirts of all eras and no shortage of smiles.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Blankets are great for car naps, of course, but these items are also helpful to have on hand just in case you—God forbid—end up stranded and waiting for a tow.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
12 Feb. 2026
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Nissen and his fellow researchers’ test subjects took around 45 minute naps on average.—
Hunter Boyce,
AJC.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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The playmaker, who played college ball at Arizona, caught seven passes on fourth down during the season, gaining a fresh set of downs on six of the completions.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Feb. 2026
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The teams combined to go 4-for-29 on third downs.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Furs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furs. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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