creasing

present participle of crease
as in furrowing
to develop creases or folds her face creased with worry

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Recent Examples of creasing Its fine powders fill in fine lines instead of creasing around them, too. Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 This one is formulated specifically for the under-eye area to softly highlight and brighten your look while keeping creasing at bay. Essence Wiley, InStyle, 27 June 2026 Light-diffusing pigments blur the look of dark circles, blemishes, and uneven skin tone with a soft-focus effect, while the proprietary Flex Form Matrix technology creates a breathable layer that moves with the skin throughout the day—without settling into fine lines or creasing. Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 10 May 2026 This step builds on the eye cream by extending that moisture barrier across the full face and preventing the delicate eye area from drying out and creasing as the day goes on. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026 Flexi-form technology prevents creasing, while light refracting pigments blur the look of fine lines and texture. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026 The key here is to look for smart fits and dressy details, including creasing, pleating, and even embroidery. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 24 Mar. 2026 In fact, one shopper even credits it with improving sagging corners around the mouth and forehead creasing. Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026 Folding and creasing a piece of paper. Darcie Moran, Freep.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creasing
wrinkling
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  • Best Wrinkle-free Top Deals From fluttery blouses to crisp button-downs, nearly every top style is on sale for Prime Day—and many of them are resistant to wrinkling, even in your suitcase.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026
  • Dryer sheets soften and release wrinkles in fabrics that are prone to wrinkling, such as cotton and linen.
    Lauren David, Southern Living, 19 June 2026

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“Creasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creasing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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