as in polishes
a smooth and shiny surface
The pot is covered with a bright red glaze. doughnuts with a chocolate glaze
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Recent Examples of glazes
Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026
The menu at Randy’s Donuts includes a selection of old-school doughnuts, including raised, buttermilk and cake doughnuts with a variety of additions — think chocolate, maple, vanilla and cherry glazes and crumb, sprinkle and sugar toppings.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
Both anchovy paste and tomato paste can add depth to dressings, sauces, and pasta dishes; sherry vinegar is ideal for vinaigrettes and glazes; a jar of capers can elevate simple hors d'oeuvres; and chili sambals can bring the heat to eggs, marinades, and stir-fries.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
Members mix glazes, load kilns, clean the space, and even manage social media.
—Breana Pitts, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Hardware stores were the best venue for cheap glues, glazes, and epoxies, which could be smeared, stuffed, and sanded into every crack and crevice.
—Literary Hub, 10 Dec. 2025
Late-season syrup is dark, with a concentrated flavor that works well in baking, sauces, and glazes.
—Pamela MacNaughtan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Nov. 2025
Ham is typically cured and salted, and prepared with sugary glazes, whereas turkey is a leaner cut of meat, that is usually roasted with savory herbs.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 17 Nov. 2025
There are also a wide array of berry, honey, chocolate and many other glazes and doughnut styles.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Noun
Brown sugar adds deep, molasses-rich flavor, color, and moisture to everything from cookies and cakes to sauces and glazes.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026
The menu at Randy’s Donuts includes a selection of old-school doughnuts, including raised, buttermilk and cake doughnuts with a variety of additions — think chocolate, maple, vanilla and cherry glazes and crumb, sprinkle and sugar toppings.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
Both anchovy paste and tomato paste can add depth to dressings, sauces, and pasta dishes; sherry vinegar is ideal for vinaigrettes and glazes; a jar of capers can elevate simple hors d'oeuvres; and chili sambals can bring the heat to eggs, marinades, and stir-fries.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
Members mix glazes, load kilns, clean the space, and even manage social media.
—Breana Pitts, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Hardware stores were the best venue for cheap glues, glazes, and epoxies, which could be smeared, stuffed, and sanded into every crack and crevice.
—Literary Hub, 10 Dec. 2025
Late-season syrup is dark, with a concentrated flavor that works well in baking, sauces, and glazes.
—Pamela MacNaughtan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Nov. 2025
Ham is typically cured and salted, and prepared with sugary glazes, whereas turkey is a leaner cut of meat, that is usually roasted with savory herbs.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 17 Nov. 2025
There are also a wide array of berry, honey, chocolate and many other glazes and doughnut styles.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glazes
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It’s known for its precision nylon brush—more like a flat comb than a fluffy spoolie—that thoroughly coats, lifts, and lengthens each individual lash.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
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The most visible sign of this decay is the toxic white foam that now coats the surface, a thick layer of sewage and industrial waste that has formed over sections of the river.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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That’s where the storytelling shines.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
14 Jan. 2026
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From Mexico to India While essential in Italian cooking, tomato paste shines in Middle Eastern, Mexican, Indian, and American comfort foods.—
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
7 Jan. 2026
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Auroras during minor storms often appear as faint glows or subtle movement before intensifying.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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Kind of two orange glows, like someone had lit two tiny matches out in space.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The new model’s color options are also worth mentioning, with the Premium Super Lowpro Trainer introducing new metallic finishes and full-suede constructions to the on-trend look.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
13 Feb. 2026
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Johnson recorded 35 wins and 81 top-five finishes in 160 races to sit atop the final standings from 2006-10.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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In another, Kelly’s character polishes the massive rock on a seat cushion, then lies back to admire it.—
Rachel Garrahan,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2026
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Designed in tandem with the brand’s existing DIY gel system, Olive & June’s Builder Gel polishes (retailing for $12 each) are thicker in texture than traditional gel polish, creating a strong, supportive barrier to help grow your natural nails.—
Jacqueline Kilikita,
Refinery29,
22 Jan. 2026
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Complement your new set with a MAC lip liner and lipstick kit, which can be layered underneath either of the Yves Saint Laurent glosses.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
24 Dec. 2025
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There’s no denying that 2025 was a big year for blush blindness and a full-fledged renaissance of juicy lip combos—balms, glosses, stains, liners, and everything in between.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
18 Dec. 2025
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“Glazes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glazes. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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