as in to polish
to cover (something) with varnish
He varnished the table.
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Recent Examples of varnish
Alexander J. Motyl, Foreign Affairs, 4 Aug. 2016
In addition to the original paint and varnish in the drawing rooms, the Shrewsbury-Windle house also features some of the Shrewsbury family’s original furnishings and portraits.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 4 Apr. 2024
Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Dec. 2024
That film, which tells a bitter story of a killing and a coverup and features an emotionally scarred protagonist, seems impersonal and externalized—as if soaked in Hollywood’s industrial varnish.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2024
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Verb
The floors squeak and haven’t been varnished in decades.
—Alexander J. Motyl, Foreign Affairs, 4 Aug. 2016
In addition to the original paint and varnish in the drawing rooms, the Shrewsbury-Windle house also features some of the Shrewsbury family’s original furnishings and portraits.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 4 Apr. 2024
Noun
The second phase of Operation Night Watch began this month when eight conservators started stripping away its varnish—clear, protective layers often applied atop paintings.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Dec. 2024
That film, which tells a bitter story of a killing and a coverup and features an emotionally scarred protagonist, seems impersonal and externalized—as if soaked in Hollywood’s industrial varnish.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for varnish
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Instead, Cardozo recommends placing a tea towel in the sink, washing the crystal in lukewarm water with a mild detergent, and polishing it with a lint-free towel.Heather Bien, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2025
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Stepping out onto cold Turkish marble, polished by centuries of footsteps, feels like walking into the pages of mythology.Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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Laforet explained that human eyes are needed to evaluate aspects of color like texture, gloss and metamerism—or the phenomenon where color appears different when seen under a different type of lighting.Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 16 Jan. 2025
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Lawrence wore a light blush, pink gloss, and black eyeliner.Hannah Sacks, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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For protection, Hu recommends wearing wraparound glasses or goggles when outdoors and avoiding touching or rubbing your eyes.Jackie Snow, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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The Irish were also motivated to win Thursday by some pregame comments made by Penn State coach James Franklin, who apparently rubbed Freeman the wrong way during the coaches’ pregame press conference.Manny Navarro, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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These designs offer something more fundamental than a little superficial soothing or the consolations of veneer.Justin Davidson, Curbed, 8 Jan. 2025
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That is because a sequin is a shortcut: to glamour and escape and the veneer of showbiz.Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
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Shopping Beauty Products Skincare These surprisingly simple tools can help smooth fine lines, acne scars, and more In This Article Our Top Picks Reviews What to Know Behind the Scenes FAQ Why Trust PEOPLE?Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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It’s packed with marula and moringa seed oils, which smooths frizz and prevents breakage.Ariel Wodarcyk, Glamour, 7 Jan. 2025
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These spots are believed to serve as a form of camouflage or to deter predators by mimicking the appearance of larger eyes.Scott Travers, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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This is especially good for those dealing with hyperpigmentation as the tint may offer some cosmetic camouflage and also protect against worsening hyperpigmentation from blue light exposure.Shani Hillian, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
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Choose plain raisins: Raisins coated in chocolate, yogurt, or other flavorings contain significantly more calories and sugar than plain raisins.Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 15 Jan. 2025
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As Southern California continues to grapple with devastating wildfires, remnants of a massive winter storm will coat regions across the Mid-Atlantic with more snow before exiting Saturday morning.Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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Use it to glaze ham, turkey, or even drizzle it over roasted root vegetables for a wow factor.Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 2 Jan. 2025
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Of course, tiles can be glazed in almost any color, opening up many other opportunities.Tim McKeough, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Varnish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/varnish. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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