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as in facade
a deceptively attractive external appearance
used a computer to give her astrological predictions the gloss of real science
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as in gleam
brightness created by light reflected from a surface
the surface has such a high gloss, you can see your face reflected in it
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as in to polish
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the action of the water will serve to gloss the seal's coat
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Recent Examples of gloss
Emily Burns, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
The first gloss, offered by the Democrats, was that this had been a power play on the part of the Tesla boss, who has an ambiguous structural role in Trump’s administrative coalition but a pivotal and symbolic one.
—Benjamin Wallace-Wells, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2024
Melissa Willets, Parents, 1 Oct. 2024
In addition to gloss, there are so many lip-color formats: lipstick, of course, but also oils, crayons, stains, balms, and more.
—Allure, 26 Sep. 2024
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Lip oils and glosses, too, have been on fire, with Glossier, RMS Beauty, Huda Beauty among those launching newness in those categories.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
The first gloss, offered by the Democrats, was that this had been a power play on the part of the Tesla boss, who has an ambiguous structural role in Trump’s administrative coalition but a pivotal and symbolic one.
—Benjamin Wallace-Wells, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
Maybe between spritzing on Sol de Janeiro or Dior Sauvage Elixir, and perhaps glossing on Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm, picking out a Halloween costume is just low on the priority list.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 1 Oct. 2024
In addition to gloss, there are so many lip-color formats: lipstick, of course, but also oils, crayons, stains, balms, and more.
—Allure, 26 Sep. 2024
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The city Department of Buildings has a stop work order on the apartment building following a 2019 violation in which debris was found falling from the facade, according to city records.Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2025
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But after that, sure enough, fun highlights, including the tippy top of the loop and superfast glimpse of Universal CityWalk, the busting through the New York facade, surfing above the queue and doubling back dramatically to the loading station.Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2025
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Unlike other stick foundations, this one delivers a satin finish that achieves a radiantly smooth gleam IRL.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2024
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In workplaces near and away, empty cubicles gleam and Zoom calls hold sway.Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Instead, Cardozo recommends placing a tea towel in the sink, washing the crystal in lukewarm water with a mild detergent, and polishing it with a lint-free towel.Heather Bien, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2025
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Stepping out onto cold Turkish marble, polished by centuries of footsteps, feels like walking into the pages of mythology.Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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These designs offer something more fundamental than a little superficial soothing or the consolations of veneer.Justin Davidson, Curbed, 8 Jan. 2025
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That is because a sequin is a shortcut: to glamour and escape and the veneer of showbiz.Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
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The panel is an ultra-low glare design, too, thanks to premium low-reflection technology, and supports wider viewing angles than regular LCD models.John Archer, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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This image's fiery glare, eyes swirled in their galactic arms, is a combination of mixed-spectrum captures using the James Webb Space Telescope for mid-infrared light, and the Hubble Space Telescope for visible and ultraviolet light.Space.com Staff, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2025
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For protection, Hu recommends wearing wraparound glasses or goggles when outdoors and avoiding touching or rubbing your eyes.Jackie Snow, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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The Irish were also motivated to win Thursday by some pregame comments made by Penn State coach James Franklin, who apparently rubbed Freeman the wrong way during the coaches’ pregame press conference.Manny Navarro, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Shopping Beauty Products Skincare These surprisingly simple tools can help smooth fine lines, acne scars, and more In This Article Our Top Picks Reviews What to Know Behind the Scenes FAQ Why Trust PEOPLE?Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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It’s packed with marula and moringa seed oils, which smooths frizz and prevents breakage.Ariel Wodarcyk, Glamour, 7 Jan. 2025
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Strolling along the park’s paths, which are much quieter in the winter months, visitors will encounter powerful works depicting human emotions and relationships, framed by the soft glow of winter light.David Nikel, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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With the flash used by the photographer, the crab looks to be standing at center stage, in the glow of a spotlight.Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Gloss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gloss. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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