as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a beautiful, buffed antique table
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as in rubbed
to make smooth by friction
she learned to buff semiprecious stones in order to make her own jewelry
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as in smoothed
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the janitor buffed the lobby floor until it shone
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Recent Examples of buffed
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
2 July 2026
The shoes are designed for both poolside lounging and fancier occasions in mind, since they can be easily wiped dry and buffed with a leather cleansing cream for a polished look.
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Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
All sleek lines of Range Rover perfection, shining like it's been buffed by the soft bellies of kittens.
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ABC News,
26 May 2026
One team is left in natural matte, while the other is buffed to a shiny polish by hand.
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Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
Her famous mane is perfectly buffed into place.
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Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
The Romantic Tour is a lavish spectacle that is buffed to perfection, with every light swirl and confetti drop precisely calibrated.
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Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
An alternative to foundation, they’re layered under or with your makeup and buffed out to add a veil of glow.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
Whatever bumps or rock flakes the cliff once had were buffed smooth by glacial erosion over the course of millions of years.
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Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
Her eyes also boasted their usual liquid black wing with a metallic shimmer on the lids and a Gothic charcoal hue buffed in her waterline.
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Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
2 July 2026
The shoes are designed for both poolside lounging and fancier occasions in mind, since they can be easily wiped dry and buffed with a leather cleansing cream for a polished look.
—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
All sleek lines of Range Rover perfection, shining like it's been buffed by the soft bellies of kittens.
—
ABC News,
26 May 2026
One team is left in natural matte, while the other is buffed to a shiny polish by hand.
—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
Her famous mane is perfectly buffed into place.
—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
The Romantic Tour is a lavish spectacle that is buffed to perfection, with every light swirl and confetti drop precisely calibrated.
—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
An alternative to foundation, they’re layered under or with your makeup and buffed out to add a veil of glow.
—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
Whatever bumps or rock flakes the cliff once had were buffed smooth by glacial erosion over the course of millions of years.
—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buffed
Adjective
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The skirt’s front slit detail looks polished, while allowing for easy movement and extra breathability.
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Go for a pair in neutral colors or polished finishes—they'll have the same vibe without feeling so over-the-top.
Verb
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Brown alleged Wilhelmy rubbed her stomach, touched her shoulders and spanked her despite objections.
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Flores says this helps prevent dirt and debris from being rubbed into and scratching the surface during the cleaning process.
Verb
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This, and other quirks of pronunciation or vocabulary, are easy tells when accents have otherwise smoothed into plain old American and traditional clothing has been shed in favor of jeans and T-shirts.
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Inside the cage was a mouse—the mouse that Renova had significantly smoothed—eliciting a few gasps from nearby assistants.
Adjective
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This pair features round toes, convenient heel tabs, and glossy patent-leather uppers.
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His brow is porcelain-smooth and suffused with light, his locks glossy and curled, his nose straight and regular.
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So that’s a long time for the edges to get sanded off and turned into these happy folkloric stories.
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Paint can be stripped or sanded down and stained so the natural wood of these pieces can really shine.
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Upon entering, guests are treated to an entry foyer with a glistening floor of Brazilian cherry offset by a thin maple inlay.
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The streets lead to a pale-sand public beach with a fishing pier, a charming park, and glistening views of the delicate and pristine Gulf Islands.
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In March, the administration filed a new lawsuit again trying to block California’s ability to set stricter-than-federal emissions standards for cars.
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Lastly, Salinas had an active warrant against him filed in May for fleeing from police after a hit and run.
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The sleek outfit borrowed many of the elements that Shields has relied on for years.
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This rehearsal dinner look may offer a preview of the glamour still to come, but Gomez's sleek bun has already earned its place among the weekend's standout beauty moments.
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“Buffed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buffed. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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