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as in furrow
a small fold in a soft and otherwise smooth surface rolling, rather than folding, your clothes when you pack will usually prevent a lot of creases

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verb

as in to furrow
to develop creases or folds her face creased with worry

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If ironing is not advised, try steaming away any unwanted creases. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2024 Powder foundations get a bad rap for sitting on top of the skin, settling into fine lines and creases, and looking stale after a long day of wear. Katie McBroom, WWD, 4 Dec. 2024
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Hyaluronic acid helps smooth fine lines and prevent creasing. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024 Every night, his pillow rests on a book — his Bible, the pages creased and notes in the margin. Greg Borowski, Journal Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for crease 

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“Crease.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crease. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.

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