as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a striking beauty with sleek raven hair
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Recent Examples of sleek
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
3 July 2026
The sleek property features several odes to San Diego landmarks, starting with the heated saltwater pool inspired by the Balboa Park Lily Pond and gazebo honoring the Botanical Building.
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Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
2 July 2026
Linda McIntosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2026
All the above measures up to sleek bedding that won’t trap heat.
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Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
14 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Top 5 Can’t Miss Check into Costa d’Este Beach Resort & Spa, a sleek oceanfront oasis complete with a full-service spa and two on-site restaurants.
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Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
3 July 2026
The sleek property features several odes to San Diego landmarks, starting with the heated saltwater pool inspired by the Balboa Park Lily Pond and gazebo honoring the Botanical Building.
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Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
2 July 2026
Verb
The car show features vintage classics to sleek modern builds along with live music and food.
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Linda McIntosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2026
All the above measures up to sleek bedding that won’t trap heat.
—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
14 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleek
Adjective
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The skirt’s front slit detail looks polished, while allowing for easy movement and extra breathability.
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Go for a pair in neutral colors or polished finishes—they'll have the same vibe without feeling so over-the-top.
Verb
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Looking sleek in all-black, Kelce had his hair slicked back, and accessorized with a gold watch and a chain.
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Work boots lacked traction, which isn’t ideal when playing on British turf often muddied by rain or slicked by winter frosts.
Adjective
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This pair features round toes, convenient heel tabs, and glossy patent-leather uppers.
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His brow is porcelain-smooth and suffused with light, his locks glossy and curled, his nose straight and regular.
Verb
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The hair at the crown is smoothed back but not slick—in fact, there’s a decent amount of volume up top—with virtually no visible part.
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Dual suspension helps smooth rough trails, hydraulic disc brakes provide dependable stopping power in changing conditions, and four-inch fat tires improve traction across gravel, dirt, sand, and pavement.
Adjective
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Upon entering, guests are treated to an entry foyer with a glistening floor of Brazilian cherry offset by a thin maple inlay.
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The streets lead to a pale-sand public beach with a fishing pier, a charming park, and glistening views of the delicate and pristine Gulf Islands.
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“Sleek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleek. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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