slough off
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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But competition in the industry is heating up as other insurers slough off inflationary distortions, analysts said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
It probably gets into the water as bits slough off when the bottle is squeezed or gets exposed to heat.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 8, 2024
After a week or two, slough off their dried, leathery skin and pulp to reveal the beans within.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 17, 2023
In court papers accusing Boeing of trying to slough off its share of the cleanup bill, the Port said the total cost could top $1 billion.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 24, 2023
Chase glanced back at the previous breach just in time to see a large piece of asphalt slough off.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
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