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as in sleek
having a shiny surface or finish
she could see her face reflected in the polished hood of the car
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as in cultured
having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living
showing the polished manners of a cosmopolitan woman
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as in smoothed
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
you'll need to polish your shoes with a clean rag before the performance
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as in finished
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
once you polish the article a bit, it'll be ready to submit
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Recent Examples of polished
Laura Jackson, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2025
Mond Tropical brutalism at its best, Mond is a design-centric blend of polished concrete and wood surrounded by lush greenery and an ocean backdrop.
—Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2025
The 2024 Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year is a pro-ready run blocker, who is less polished as a pass protector (especially against speedy rushers), but his long arms and elite strength will force defenders to get creative in their approach.
—Eddie Brown, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2025
Thanks partly to her polished image, the AfD has been able to claim a veneer of modernity despite its retrograde stances on gender, immigration, national identity, and just about everything else.
—Simon Shuster/berlin, TIME, 22 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Throw any of these on with a simple white tee and jeans this spring and expect a polished, put-together look each and every time.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2025
Mond Tropical brutalism at its best, Mond is a design-centric blend of polished concrete and wood surrounded by lush greenery and an ocean backdrop.
—Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2025
The 2024 Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year is a pro-ready run blocker, who is less polished as a pass protector (especially against speedy rushers), but his long arms and elite strength will force defenders to get creative in their approach.
—Eddie Brown, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2025
Thanks partly to her polished image, the AfD has been able to claim a veneer of modernity despite its retrograde stances on gender, immigration, national identity, and just about everything else.
—Simon Shuster/berlin, TIME, 22 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polished
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At its permanent venue near Barcelona airport, Kings League matches take place on a bold black pitch measuring 180 feet by 115 feet, evoking the sleek aesthetic of the Laver Cup, reinforcing the league’s modern, cutting-edge identity.—
Asli Pelit,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Munn kept her hair classic with her dark tresses pulled into a sleek low ponytail.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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But when the rich and cultured Princess Casamassima befriends him, Hyacinth becomes enamored of her lifestyle.—
Max Chapnick,
The Conversation,
16 Jan. 2025
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Remember, buttermilk is already cultured and tangy, so a little age isn't a deal breaker.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2025
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That explains why the Vikings finished 0 for 4 in the red zone and did not score a touchdown at any point.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
6 Jan. 2025
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Under Johnson’s leadership, Detroit also finished first in the league in scoring after ranking fifth in 2023.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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Think glossy lips, rosy cheeks, and minimal foundation so that your freckles show through.—
Erika W. Smith,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
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Her makeup included a bold smokey eye and a glossy lip.—
WWD Staff,
WWD,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Going back to child labor policies reminiscent of the Gilded Age is not an answer in a civilized society to address worker shortages and disrupted supply chains.—
Thomas Kennedy,
Orlando Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2025
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And Smith wants to use it as a stage for something sprawling and meaningful — the latest pronouncement on how savage the supposedly civilized become when the chips are down.—
Mike Hale,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Michelle Trachtenberg was not only a gifted performer, but also an accomplished writer.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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Among its many other attributes, Part II might be the most accomplished prequel of all time, showing us the roots of the Corleones’ ambition and ethical shortcomings — which, really, are two ways of saying the same thing.—
Will Leitch,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2025
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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New boot tips for 2025 include Manolo Blahnik’s ‘Buxton’ rugged strap and buckle numbers or Santoni’s refined, heeled ankle boots.—
Tom Stubbs,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2025
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This unique fusion of cultures and culinary influences combines the bold ingredients of Peru with the refined techniques of Japanese cooking techniques.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Polished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polished. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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