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husked

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past tense of husk

as in peeled

to remove the natural covering of the tedious task of husking coconuts

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Filling and Assembly Step 3 Set aside 2 garlic cloves from 1 head of garlic, cloves separated, peeled; place remaining cloves (about 10) in a food processor.

— Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026
Wayne Davis, a 69, is a year old security officer from Sacramento who remained apprehensive with his eyes peeled in all directions.

— Matthew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 19 Aug. 2026

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