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as in sleek
having a shiny surface or finish
she could see her face reflected in the polished hood of the car
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as in cultured
having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living
showing the polished manners of a cosmopolitan woman
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as in smoothed
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
you'll need to polish your shoes with a clean rag before the performance
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as in finished
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
once you polish the article a bit, it'll be ready to submit
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Recent Examples of polished
Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
These were plentiful, with colorful rough shapes catching the light on the Embrace bracelet in hues of delicate gray, greens and tawny browns that contrasted with faceted white diamonds, the largest one accented by polished natural jet, another rarity of nature.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 10 Feb. 2025
Styled with a pair of Fendi Delfina boots and a pair of polished sunglasses, the look came across as easy to piece together.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Feb. 2025
The contrast detailing gives the classic silhouette a polished touch, while the lightweight, flowy fabric moves beautifully—whether you're headed to a spring wedding, a beach vacation, or just a leisurely Saturday stroll.
—Kaitlin Marks, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2025
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The pebbled leather is durable yet polished, while the chain detailing adds a chic touch that easily transitions from airport to après-ski.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
These were plentiful, with colorful rough shapes catching the light on the Embrace bracelet in hues of delicate gray, greens and tawny browns that contrasted with faceted white diamonds, the largest one accented by polished natural jet, another rarity of nature.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 10 Feb. 2025
Styled with a pair of Fendi Delfina boots and a pair of polished sunglasses, the look came across as easy to piece together.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Feb. 2025
The contrast detailing gives the classic silhouette a polished touch, while the lightweight, flowy fabric moves beautifully—whether you're headed to a spring wedding, a beach vacation, or just a leisurely Saturday stroll.
—Kaitlin Marks, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polished
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Jutes, meanwhile, rocks a sleek black suit and sunglasses, as the couple poses in a vintage convertible car.—
Rania Aniftos,
Billboard,
14 Feb. 2025
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As a foil stands Judd’s sleek, spare furniture, including chairs, tables, benches and desks.—
Miles Socha,
WWD,
13 Feb. 2025
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But when the rich and cultured Princess Casamassima befriends him, Hyacinth becomes enamored of her lifestyle.—
Max Chapnick,
The Conversation,
16 Jan. 2025
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Remember, buttermilk is already cultured and tangy, so a little age isn't a deal breaker.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2025
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That explains why the Vikings finished 0 for 4 in the red zone and did not score a touchdown at any point.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
6 Jan. 2025
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Under Johnson’s leadership, Detroit also finished first in the league in scoring after ranking fifth in 2023.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Many opted for subtle highlights and glossy lips that enhanced rather than masked their features.—
Stixx Mathews,
Essence,
10 Feb. 2025
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The former's sandwich-like body style envelopes the console at the top and bottom, and leaves the glossy black panel with its USB ports in the front exposed.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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People, many of whom had never ventured beyond the civilized comforts of the east, found themselves in a wild frontier fraught with dangers unimaginable by today’s standards.—
Kay Johnson,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Walking and using transit is a civilized and humane way to live, good for both personal and community health.—
Michael O’Hare,
The Mercury News,
11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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William was an accomplished athlete in his younger years.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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The accomplished musician has been nominated for an impressive 22 Grammy Awards, with five total wins, and two Academy Award nominations, with two wins.—
Lori A Bashian Fox News,
Fox News,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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Sotheby’s next sale in Saudi Arabia will be more refined.—
George Nelson,
ARTnews.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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These shades offer a bold yet refined look, further enhanced by metallic touches, such as shiny bronze or distressed finishes, that pop against the dark backdrop.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Polished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polished. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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