polishing

present participle of polish

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of polishing In addition to polishing, 6D force sensors are an essential part of humanoid robots, greatly enhancing their entire performance. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2025 From tackling the many facets of artificial intelligence to polishing communication skills, ongoing learning is an everyday initiative for today’s savviest tech leaders. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 The first assignment was cutting and polishing a cabochon, a gem with a smooth, unfaceted surface — and his fascination with cutting gems began there. Tanya Dukes, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025 The team responsible for the breakthrough believes their creation could have applications in key sectors, as diamonds are already widely utilized in industries like cutting and polishing tools. Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2025 These developments will propel the advancement of polishing robotics toward more accuracy, intelligence, and efficiency. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2025 This allows dynamic adjustments to polishing pressure, direction, and angle, ensuring optimal flexibility and control. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2025 When the researchers were told the project had been canceled, some had almost finished their chapters and were simply polishing. Catrin Einhorn, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2025 This prompt works wonders for polishing your work and pointing out improvements. Kim Komando, Fox News, 3 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for polishing
Verb
  • The problem is partly that power plays depend on finishing — which can vary wildly in a small sample — while teams spend roughly 10 percent of game time with the man advantage.
    Murat Ates, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
  • Most of the goals drop-off comes from a nosedive in finishing — the Jets have created more chances from prime real estate since the 4 Nations break than almost any other team.
    Murat Ates, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • In the clubhouse, smoothing the path for Shohei Ohtani.
    Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2024
  • Powered by nourishing shea butter and jojoba oil, this silicone-free formula hydrates, softens, and enhances shine while smoothing unruly hair.
    Erin Parker, Allure, 27 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Start by buffing a small, out-of-sight area with any cleaning solutions listed to make sure there are no reactions or damage.
    Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
  • The outside of these types of receptacles need a bit of buffing with a dry microfiber towel to rid of fingerprints, smudges, and stains.
    Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024

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“Polishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polishing. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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