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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polishes off
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Åberg has improved his tee-to-green numbers and tournament finishes every start since missing the cut at Torrey Pines in January.—
Justin Ray,
New York Times,
15 Mar. 2026 -
The contemporary decor is in line with elegant Italian design, with a selection of refined materials and finishes throughout.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2026
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As the pooch chews on the glove, the battery is suddenly damaged and begins to smoke.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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The insect chews through the layer, and eventually the damage is akin to putting a permanent tourniquet on the tree.—
Lila Seidman,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Polishes off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polishes%20off. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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