sloughed

"My grandfather loved watching old western movies. "

"My grandmother visits my family periodically, usually once a month. "

"The comparison between my sister's and my grades showed she consistently performed better in math. "

"He burned his manuscript in the fireplace."

"Sire, do I have your permission to execute this traitor?"

"My sister is totally focused on her studies this semester. "

"His truancy from school led to a failing grade. "

"Snakes slough their skin periodically."

"The zoo has a special building just for snakes, where you can see many different kinds. "

"The playground was littered with discard from the children's lunchboxes, including wrappers and apple cores. "

"That is the slough of a rattler; we must be careful."

"The school is located just outside the town, without the main shopping area. "