1
as in to peel
to cast (a natural bodily covering or appendage) aside
a snake's skin doesn't grow as the snake does, so every so often the snake will shed its old skin
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as in to unload
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
you need to shed your old notions of propriety and have some fun for a change
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Recent Examples of shed
Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
As the manhunt continues, the sheriff’s office has advised residents in neighboring counties to lock their doors, including on outbuildings and sheds, and leave their outdoor lights on and their blinds open.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 8 June 2025
Jen Juneau, People.com, 8 July 2025
In the video, Mamdani sheds more light on his views of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
—Gabe Friedman, Sun Sentinel, 7 July 2025
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Verb
Even through storms, the shed maintained its stability, and there were no leaks inside of the shed.
—Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
As the manhunt continues, the sheriff’s office has advised residents in neighboring counties to lock their doors, including on outbuildings and sheds, and leave their outdoor lights on and their blinds open.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 8 June 2025
Noun
The actor previously shed light on his turbulent childhood while testifying during his defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard in April 2022.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 8 July 2025
In the video, Mamdani sheds more light on his views of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
—Gabe Friedman, Sun Sentinel, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shed
Verb
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Nailing down these basics might sound tedious, but trust us: These habits will save your future self (and sensitive skin) a whole lot of pain, peeling, and regret down the line.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
7 July 2025
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Keep your eyes peeled for beavers in the three lakes, moose grazing near the shoreline, and various bird species throughout the journey.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
7 July 2025
Verb
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Vulnerability The goal of storytelling and advocacy is not to unload, but to provide a window into their experience.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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More infrastructure added and wanted Message boards placed on the side of 109 with warnings and reminders like radar being enforced and the legal requirement to stop for a school bus loading and unloading students have been present on different portions of 109 since the fall.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Noun
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In the summer, check out spike ball, croquet, a giant tumble tower and yoga mats from the activity hut.—
Sarah Sekula,
USA Today,
2 July 2025
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Painting, like the thatching of huts, was deemed women’s work, completed after the end of the summer rains, when the harvest was in the granaries.—
Percy Zvomuya,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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Saks then lined up $350 million in new financing in May only to ditch that in favor of $600 million in financing last month from a group of bondholders jockeying for a better position in the capital structure.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
7 July 2025
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So do yourself a favor and ditch the heavy layers this summer.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
7 July 2025
Verb
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The development team framed the deal as a way for the city to create more low-income housing, dump the financial burden of the unoccupied property and secure a money-making property at the end of the lease.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 June 2025
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But if the Orioles are willing to dump him off for next to nothing, the Mets could explore the idea.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
Noun
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Lucky Lou’s Raw Bar 123 NE 20th Ave., Deerfield Beach Sometime later this summer, the former Bru’s Room near the Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier will turn into a casual oyster bar and sporty seafood shack.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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Given Freudenberger’s expertise transforming everything from ski chalets to surf shacks, the project felt destined to be.—
David Foxley,
Architectural Digest,
7 July 2025
Verb
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Spanning over three decades, Syed’s work features discarded, everyday materials that are then woven into striking pieces.—
Sonya Rehman,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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This part of the process is a prime opportunity to check the expiration dates on all refrigerator contents and to discard items past their prime.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
30 June 2025
Verb
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But revived Western cooperation on Iran might at least give those inside the Trump administration who still prize America’s alliances hope that all is not yet lost.—
John R. Bolton,
The Atlantic,
9 July 2025
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Dozens of students gathered Tuesday evening at a vigil held in front of the University of Texas Tower, hosted by the University Panhellenic Council and Zeta Tau Alpha sorority's Kappa chapter, to mourn the lives lost.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
9 July 2025
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“Shed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://x0upouf933.proxynodejs.usequeue.com/thesaurus/shed. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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