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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
Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
There’s a glitter lipstick on one side and a gloss on the other to increase the shine.
—Elizabeth Denton, StyleCaster, 2 Dec. 2024
Allure, 26 Sep. 2024
There’s real science behind the glossing effects of glycolic acid in hair care.
—Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 13 Sep. 2024
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Noun
Maybelline New York's Super Stay Vinyl Ink comes in a ton of stunning shades that stay put all day and look great on their own or under a gloss.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
There’s a glitter lipstick on one side and a gloss on the other to increase the shine.
—Elizabeth Denton, StyleCaster, 2 Dec. 2024
Verb
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
There’s real science behind the glossing effects of glycolic acid in hair care.
—Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 13 Sep. 2024
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To Look Out For Behind the anthropomorphized facade, what appears as reasoning in AI agents is actually sophisticated pattern matching combined with programmed responses.Charles Towers-Clark, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The real human being behind the facade of America's sweetheart baddie is my most kind, genuine, hilarious, loving friend.EW.com, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Each door reveals one of the brand’s must-try products, from the cleanser to the hyaluronic acid serum to the antioxidant-rich glow drops which add a subtle gleam to skin when mixed in with a moisturizer.Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Dec. 2024
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Pair glitter with a clear or lightly colored glass to show off its gleam and serve it soon, as some glitters settle over time.Karen Yuan, Bon Appétit, 2 Dec. 2024
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To complete the monochrome picture, which was styled by Annabelle Harron, Oprah polished things off with a pair of boots from the brand worn by Julia Roberts and her niece Emma Roberts, along with Selena Gomez and Katie Holmes.Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Behrends completes his process by polishing and buffing the sculpture before attaching it to the trophy.Bruce Martin, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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At the South Pole during the summer, the carbon dioxide veneer disappears, leaving the frozen water exposed.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 8 Oct. 2024
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But with his new veneer of legality, Blackbeard appeared to settle down.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Nov. 2024
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These shades offer 100 percent UV protection and filter the reflective glare of the high-altitude sun reflecting off fresh stashes of powder.Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 2024
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Here, there’s only one second in one montage when, during a performance of Medea, Jolie unleashes a hot glare.Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 28 Nov. 2024
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Instead, focus on things like what's been bothering you in the past week, stress about an upcoming event, or a work incident that rubbed you the wrong way.Perri Ormont Blumberg, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
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Bringing them coffee and breakfast in bed is a good way to start, but rubbing their feet at the end of the day and listening to their war stories from work proves your sincerity.Lisa Stardust, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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There’s even a nifty dryer attachment that swiftly smooths hair without overexposing it to heat; this is thanks to the Coanda effect, which tames hair without the need to press it against a heated surface, like a flat iron.Clara McMahon, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Packed with powerhouse ingredients like Japanese rice, green tea, and algae, this set aims to hydrate the skin and smooth any rough texture caused by dryness.Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Dec. 2024
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This also is a good time to see some planets in our solar system, including Mars, which is getting closer to Earth each night and will become a little bit brighter each night with its reddish, yellow glow, Tyler says.Chandelis Duster, NPR, 12 Dec. 2024
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Explore DeBary Hall during holiday evenings when candlelight will fill the 19th century mansion with a warm glow, accentuating its historic treasures and Christmas decorations.Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Gloss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gloss. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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