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as in skin
the hairless natural covering of an animal prepared for use
the company claims to use only the finest leathers for its shoes and handbags
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as in pelt
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
this jacket was made from real leather
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as in to hide
to strike repeatedly with something long and thin or flexible
an expert rider will find almost no reason to leather a horse
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Recent Examples of leather
Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024
Williams put his own twist on the Americana aesthetic by styling his wardrobe of white, black, light wash and dark wash bootcut jeans with everything from leather fringe moto jackets, classic zip-up knits and preppy polo shirts to cropped double-breasted blazers, rodeo jackets and cowboy hats.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Dec. 2024
Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 13 Oct. 2020
The gourmet kitchen is designed around gorgeous counters of leathered quartzite and Caesarstone with an additional walnut butcher block.
—Monica Lander, The Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2019
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Noun
The rich aroma of tobacco evokes a room with worn leather chairs, towering bookshelves, and dark wood accent
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—Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024
Williams put his own twist on the Americana aesthetic by styling his wardrobe of white, black, light wash and dark wash bootcut jeans with everything from leather fringe moto jackets, classic zip-up knits and preppy polo shirts to cropped double-breasted blazers, rodeo jackets and cowboy hats.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Dec. 2024
Verb
Apple's MagSafe system helps snap the iPhone 12 models right into place on their wireless charging docks, and also enables a whole new series of accessories that can easily snap on, from silicone cases to leather wallets.
—Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 13 Oct. 2020
The gourmet kitchen is designed around gorgeous counters of leathered quartzite and Caesarstone with an additional walnut butcher block.
—Monica Lander, The Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2019
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This delightful wine is a blend of 70 percent Cabernet Franc and 30 percent Pinot Noir, grown on chalky-clay soils that yield a bright earthiness and minerality, with a very pretty pale peachy blush color that comes from just 12 to 15 hours of skin contact.Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Wash away product buildup, dead skin, and excess oil with the shampoo, a richer version of the brand's Bain Satin for thicker and extremely dry hair.Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 14 Dec. 2024
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The song structures melt into goo; the lyrics pelt flecks of raw feeling.Pitchfork, Pitchfork, 3 Dec. 2024
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And so, Rihanna was the last to arrive at the Royal Albert Hall, dressed in a sculptural Christian Lacroix fall 2002 couture minidress cut from thick pelts of teal fuzz with a matching hat of Monsters, Inc.Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
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The women were models of courage, hiding from fighters in the mountains of Greece after World War II triggered violent civil strife in that country.Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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This discovery highlights the unique biodiversity hidden even in the deepest parts of our ocean and how the isolation of trench environments can breed unique adaptations.Jess Thomson, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Again, a great discomfort possessed me: My normal breathing quickly changed into quick pants, a coat of sweat rose up on my face and neck.John Sergio, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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In addition to producing one-of-kind pieces, Stewart also sourced designer items — and yes, that includes the Dior coat that makes an appearance when Amanda arrives in England.Michelle Lee, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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The poster, Laura, told Newsweek that her two-and-a-half-year-old fur baby is the best cat anyone could hope for, and shares lots of her passions.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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Ciara, Phoebe Gates, Ashley Graham, Kelsea Ballerini and other stars attended the event in dark looks, combining pieces from Skims‘ lingerie collections with leather jackets, fur coats and edgy accessories.Renan Botelho, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
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The stars reside within the S-cluster, a group of high-speed stellar bodies that whip around Sgr A* under its immense gravitational pull.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Gently fold 1 cup of the whipped topping into the thickened peanut butter mixture, just until combined; set aside.Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Dec. 2024
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Unwrap the plastic seal and don’t be alarmed that the cheese has developed a skin—it’ll all come out in the radioactive glow of the microwave.Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 12 Dec. 2024
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Enrollment seal changes The enrollment seal, which is geared more toward students wanting to go to college after high school, requires students to earn specific amounts of credits toward world language, social studies, math and science.Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 11 Dec. 2024
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Trapping beavers to meet the initial treaty requirements eventually became impossible.Andrew Sharp, Outdoor Life, 27 Nov. 2024
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By Sara Miller Llana Staff writer | Port-Royal and Bear River First Nation, Nova Scotia Paul Lalonde adjusts his glossy beaver felt hat and welcomes the visitors gathered around a long table to his Order of Good Cheer.Melanie Stetson Freeman, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leather. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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