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Recent Examples of leathery
Some funky flavors can be good, like earthy, savory, leathery or smoky notes, while others such as vinegary, stinky or barnyardy are not.
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Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Their skins were thick and leathery, their juice surprisingly tart, and their seeds fat.
—David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
This leathery red skinned fruit is available from fall into winter and California and Arizona grow the nation’s supply of them.
—Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Indian hawthorn has leathery, dark green leaves that take on a pleasing purple hue in winter.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025
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Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Their skins were thick and leathery, their juice surprisingly tart, and their seeds fat.
—David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
This leathery red skinned fruit is available from fall into winter and California and Arizona grow the nation’s supply of them.
—Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Indian hawthorn has leathery, dark green leaves that take on a pleasing purple hue in winter.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leathery
Adjective
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Most importantly, Alvarado relishes in his role as a tough-nosed, point-of-attack defender, an area the Knicks have had trouble despite building a roster with notable defenders across all positions.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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With a durable and tough rubber sole featuring Vibram's TC5+ technology, each step offers the right amount of flex and resistance for a comfortable hiking experience.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Time draws these kids osmotically through a membrane, turning them into things like us, adults captured by the brittle carapaces of our egos.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
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As a result, the product hardens, strengthens, and smooths brittle, peeling nails.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Instead, reach for a chewy, sturdy bar.—
Karla Walsh,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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Here, the dough crisps along the edges, but remains airy, light, and ever-so chewy inside.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Leathery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leathery. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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