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Adjective
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Decked with cashmere curtains and burnished-leather bed frames, the guest rooms offer breathtaking mountain views and Western authenticity.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026 -
Warmer, more distinctive finishes such as burnished brass, bronze, and mixed materials are replacing matte black.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
6 Feb. 2026
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The three-piece set includes a quilt and two pillowcases made from a premium blend of brushed microfiber, which results in a silky-smooth, lightweight texture that provides warmth, comfort, and breathability when temperatures start to rise.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
3 Feb. 2026
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Spanx AirEssentials Brushed Full-Zip Jacket Not to be missed, this zip-up jacket — complete with an ultra-soft brushed interior and stately mock neckline — offers a more sophisticated take on travel day dressing.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Jim Dickinson stepped in to produce and play a little piano, but Travis deemed the results too polished, too polite, too bourgeois.—
Stephen M. Deusner,
Pitchfork,
8 Feb. 2026
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Fulfillment, including renewal notices, tags, and reward cards, is managed by Pet Parent in a way that can help organizations provide a polished experience without maintaining separate logistics.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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Pour in 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, season with freshly ground black pepper, and bring to a simmer.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Heap roasted turkey, bacon strips, avocado, and freshly ground black pepper on white toast.—
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Shined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shined. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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