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as in glossy
having a shiny surface or finish
satin paint
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as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the satin petals of a rose
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Recent Examples of satin
Shanon Maglente and Cailey Lindberg, Good Housekeeping, 17 Nov. 2022
But no one loves the eye-catching arm candy as much as Balenciaga disciple Kim Kardashian, whose commitment to Demna’s vision frequently involves her wiggling into full-look stretch-satin to realize her street-style art.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2022
Other options on our list of the best down alternative comforters use a lyocell shell, which has a more satin-y texture than cotton or polyester but possesses similar breathable properties.
—Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2023
Nominated for best supporting actress in a musical-comedy or drama television series, Debicki paired the satin frock with a delicate diamond collar courtesy of Dior Fine Jewlery.
—Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2023
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The experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute voted this pair the best value satin pajamas in their tests.
—Shanon Maglente and Cailey Lindberg, Good Housekeeping, 17 Nov. 2022
But no one loves the eye-catching arm candy as much as Balenciaga disciple Kim Kardashian, whose commitment to Demna’s vision frequently involves her wiggling into full-look stretch-satin to realize her street-style art.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2022
Other options on our list of the best down alternative comforters use a lyocell shell, which has a more satin-y texture than cotton or polyester but possesses similar breathable properties.
—Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2023
Nominated for best supporting actress in a musical-comedy or drama television series, Debicki paired the satin frock with a delicate diamond collar courtesy of Dior Fine Jewlery.
—Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satin
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London’s nude lip soon became her signature throughout the years, from a glossy finish for 2012’s Madea’s Big Happy Family premiere then going matte in 2017 for the premiere of Can’t Stop Won’t Stop.India Espy-Jones, Essence, 5 Dec. 2024
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Martin kept it simple with fluttery lashes, soft pink blush and a pink glossy lip.Catherine Santino, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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This gorgeous cleanser transforms from a rich balm to a silky milk once water is added.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Each piece has a smooth and silky surface with a balanced weight.Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 9 Dec. 2024
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Of course, her mani of the moment (which had now transformed into her engagement mani) was on full display in all of the happy photos: short, subtly polished nails.Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
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The following week, an employee might join to discuss how to look polished without trying too hard for a PTA meeting.Julian Randall, Essence, 11 Dec. 2024
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The ones that come to mind for us are easily Beyond Yoga’s super soft, smooth Spacedye tights.Sara Coughlin, SELF, 10 Dec. 2024
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It’s packed with nourishing ingredients and leaves lips soft and hydrated overnight.Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
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Aerodynamics play a major part in achieving the 450-mile range, as final tweaks to the design helped the model reach a sleek 0.24 coefficient of drag.Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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Adobe first opened its doors in 2012 to a sleek, modern 280,000 square-foot building.Dardan Pula, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Satin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satin. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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