What is another word for sloughs off?
Pronunciation: [slˈa͡ʊz ˈɒf] (IPA) 
Sloughs off means to shed or remove something, often in a careless or casual way. Some synonyms for sloughs off include discards, jettisons, sheds, drops, casts off, banishes, and relinquishes. These words all suggest getting rid of something that is unwanted or no longer needed, but they may also imply more deliberate intentions or actions than sloughs off. For example, discards suggests a more intentional choice to dispose of something, while jettisons implies a more urgent or forced abandonment. Shedding can also mean to physically remove an outer layer or casing, as with snakes, while banish suggests a more permanent removal or exile.
