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as in sleek
having a shiny surface or finish
she could see her face reflected in the polished hood of the car
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as in cultured
having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living
showing the polished manners of a cosmopolitan woman
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as in smoothed
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
you'll need to polish your shoes with a clean rag before the performance
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as in finished
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
once you polish the article a bit, it'll be ready to submit
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Recent Examples of polished
Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2025
Known for their ability to soften facial features and create a polished look, side parts gained widespread appeal through their association with celebrities and iconic styles of the time.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
Authentic developers always provide professional, polished descriptions.
—Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Even eaten out of a plastic to-go container, there was a polished balance in a simple tofu stew, a nice mix of sweet, spicy and aromatic.
—Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Instead, opt for larger rugs that provide a solid foundation, seamlessly tying together the separate elements in your space for a polished look.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2025
Known for their ability to soften facial features and create a polished look, side parts gained widespread appeal through their association with celebrities and iconic styles of the time.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
Authentic developers always provide professional, polished descriptions.
—Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Even eaten out of a plastic to-go container, there was a polished balance in a simple tofu stew, a nice mix of sweet, spicy and aromatic.
—Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polished
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With their minimal shapes, sleek appeal and refined colors, jackets were the unfussy style choice to elevate any look.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
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Tory Burch Tory Sport’s customer-favorite set features a sculpting, compression bra and weightless leggings that will hold you in while flattering your shape—all while looking sporty and sleek.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
21 Jan. 2025
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Nico Paz Nico Paz is the cultured attacking midfield player currently pulling the strings for Como 1907 in Italy.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Incorporation of photosynthetically active algal chloroplasts in cultured mammalian cells towards photosynthesis in animals.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2024
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That explains why the Vikings finished 0 for 4 in the red zone and did not score a touchdown at any point.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
6 Jan. 2025
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Under Johnson’s leadership, Detroit also finished first in the league in scoring after ranking fifth in 2023.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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Native to Central and South America, money trees are popular houseplants with glossy green leaves and slender trunks, which are often braided for aesthetics.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Jan. 2025
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The man’s eyes were glossy and his speech was slurred, according to authorities.—
Julia Marnin,
Miami Herald,
28 Jan. 2025
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Unlike his sister Athena (who was associated with military strategy and other relatively civilized aspects of warfare), Ares represented pure savagery.—
Cody Cottier,
Discover Magazine,
20 Jan. 2025
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But the story being told and the decidedly not civilized setting seems to demand the graphic approach.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The heir apparent was his older brother Bassel—a military commander and an accomplished horseman whom the regime’s loyalists sometimes referred to as the Golden Knight.—
Jon Lee Anderson,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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James later charged the all-white producing team of betraying their promise to show him as an accomplished Black man who had overcome many personal and professional challenges.—
Greg Braxton,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2025
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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Breakfast Pastries and Bagels Pastries and bagels are made with refined carbohydrates, which are low in fiber and protein.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
28 Jan. 2025
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Now, the refined stoner can indulge in THC soda, infused barbecue seasoning, and, just in time for Lunar New Year, mochi gummies inspired by the one and only Kim Chi.—
James Factora,
Them,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Polished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polished. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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