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calluses

  • plural
    of callus.
    callus

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Jobs that “put calluses on your hands—those are the only jobs I’ve ever had.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 6, 2026

"Our final, clear polish could be put over any manicure or even bare nails, which could help people with calluses on their fingertips, too. So, it has both a cosmetic and lifestyle benefit," explains Desai.

From Science Daily Mar. 26, 2026

She was found with large calluses on her feet and ankles from constantly being on her hands and knees cleaning floors.

From BBC Mar. 12, 2026

“There’s a little bit of calluses built up where the rib was broken. But it’s mostly comfortable now, nothing too crazy.”

From Seattle Times Dec. 13, 2023

I can feel the calluses at the base of his fingers, rough against my skin.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu

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