as in removes
to rid oneself of (a garment)
peeled off the wet clothes and tossed them over the shower rod
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as in exits
to leave a place often for another
it's rude to peel off like that without thanking your host
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Recent Examples of peels (off)
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2025
Its unique liquid-to-tint formula goes on blue, then peels off after one minute to reveal one of 18 long-lasting pink, peach, or mauve shades that stay put all day long (yes, really).
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 29 Nov. 2025
Universal opted to spend several scenes with the paranormal investigator whose face peels off in the bathroom mirror — a minor character in the story with a high gore factor.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
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The liquid applies in a dark hue, dries down within a few minutes, and peels off to reveal a smudge-proof liner that truly lasts all day.
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“Peels (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peels%20%28off%29. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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