outer shell
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The hard protective outer case of something.
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- The turtle retracted its head into its outer shell for protection.
- Scientists studied the planet's outer shell to understand its composition.
- The spacecraft's outer shell was designed to withstand extreme temperatures.
- Beneath the rough outer shell, the fruit was soft and juicy.
- His tough outer shell often hid a very sensitive nature.
- The engineer reinforced the submarine's outer shell against high pressure.
- The seed's outer shell protects the embryo until germination.
- They built a strong outer shell for the building to resist strong winds.
- Despite her reserved outer shell, she was incredibly warm once you got to know her.
- The asteroid's outer shell showed signs of ancient impacts.