as in exposed
lacking a usual or natural covering
a peeled banana
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Recent Examples of peeled
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
These ejections appeared to sweep away any and all dust particles in its way, and the mission's crewmembers will be keeping their eyes peeled in case this kind of event is caught on camera again.
—Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
But keep your eyes peeled, your local pizza shop might soon be topping pies with tandoori chicken.
—Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 19 Dec. 2024
Macron arrived shortly after the Associated Press and other journalists from outside were able to reach Mayotte to provide accounts from survivors of the horror over the weekend, when winds howled above 136 mph and peeled the roofs and walls from homes that collapsed around the people inside.
—Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
Oh, and be sure to ask for a complimentary Hotel Walloon Kids Activity Kit, which keeps kids entertained by keeping their eyes peeled for objects throughout Walloon Lake Village on a special scavenger hunt that results in a prize at the end.
—Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
Place peeled and cubed squash (1-inch pieces are ideal) in a microwave-safe bowl.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
Much like last year’s The Zone of Interest, a film which almost feels like this adaptation is in conversation with, a genuine artist has peeled back the cinematic clichés that threaten to now overwhelm certain subjects and returned a horror, an urgency, and a palpable sense of life to them.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
Fans should keep their eyes peeled for the Glenfinnan viaduct, the 21-arched overpass seen in the film.
—Diana Pearl, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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Also, keep your eyes peeled for self-serve kiosks with your airline’s brand.
—Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
These ejections appeared to sweep away any and all dust particles in its way, and the mission's crewmembers will be keeping their eyes peeled in case this kind of event is caught on camera again.
—Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
But keep your eyes peeled, your local pizza shop might soon be topping pies with tandoori chicken.
—Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 19 Dec. 2024
Macron arrived shortly after the Associated Press and other journalists from outside were able to reach Mayotte to provide accounts from survivors of the horror over the weekend, when winds howled above 136 mph and peeled the roofs and walls from homes that collapsed around the people inside.
—Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
Oh, and be sure to ask for a complimentary Hotel Walloon Kids Activity Kit, which keeps kids entertained by keeping their eyes peeled for objects throughout Walloon Lake Village on a special scavenger hunt that results in a prize at the end.
—Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
Place peeled and cubed squash (1-inch pieces are ideal) in a microwave-safe bowl.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
Much like last year’s The Zone of Interest, a film which almost feels like this adaptation is in conversation with, a genuine artist has peeled back the cinematic clichés that threaten to now overwhelm certain subjects and returned a horror, an urgency, and a palpable sense of life to them.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
Fans should keep their eyes peeled for the Glenfinnan viaduct, the 21-arched overpass seen in the film.
—Diana Pearl, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peeled
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Zuckerberg has just recently emerged from his own masculinist makeover, which turned him from a pale coder to a buff and bronzed bro, and his openly suggestive glance at Sanchez’s exposed chest seemed like an appropriate capstone to Trump’s Inaugural Address.—
Naomi Fry,
The New Yorker,
25 Jan. 2025
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Other common denominators: stucco roofs and no exposed wood.—
Josh Peter,
USA TODAY,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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But the implications are nationwide, as New Jersey librarian Martha Hickson discovered — or rather uncovered.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2025
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As Magic defender Anthony Black followed the ball-handling Brunson, an uncovered Towns rolled to the basket, collected a bounce pass and soared to the basket for an easy one-handed dunk.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
6 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Shattered, a bare, tumultuous memoir of the first year of Kureishi’s new life, published in the United Kingdom in October 2024, is now out in the United States.—
Hillary Kelly,
The Atlantic,
3 Feb. 2025
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Idaho’s law says skiers take on the liability for the inherent risks of the sport, including colliding with trees, bare spots, lift towers, clearly visible snowmaking or snowgrooming equipment and the like.—
Betsy Z. Russell,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Betts and Woodward have toured open fields throughout the Los Angeles area with Dodger Stadium still under repair.—
Fabian Ardaya,
The Athletic,
2 Feb. 2025
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This will include raiding schools, hospitals and workplaces — all open fields for raids.—
Paul Bedard,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
1 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Agents also used lasers, which are invisible to the naked eye.—
Brooke Taylor,
Fox News,
31 Jan. 2025
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What makes viewing the northern lights so great (aside from the breathtaking display of colors that dance across the night sky) is that they can be spotted with the naked eye, so no advanced technology is needed when watching.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
31 Jan. 2025
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“Peeled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peeled. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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