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shucked

verb

past tense of shuck

as in peeled

to remove the natural covering of shucking peas

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Recent Examples of shucked As fishermen brought in the fresh bivalves, his team shucked them and sent the meat on for eating in the Northeast. — Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026 On the cruise, visitors will head out on the tiki boats where cocktails will be served and oysters will be shucked on deck. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2025

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peeled

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Damaged Bark Lawn mowers, strimmers, and snowplows can take a major toll on tree health – especially if tree bark is peeled away in large chunks.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 28 Sep. 2026
Add 5 garlic cloves, crushed, peeled, and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until oil around garlic is sizzling, about 3 minutes.

— Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026

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