as in to polish
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Recent Examples of retouch
Apps abound, offering the easiest of experiences in creating and retouching photos and videos which can then be easily transmitted online and through social media.
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Deepti Hajela, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2024
Its marble mosaics and stained glass windows got a shine, and its frescoes were retouched.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 3 Sep. 2019
Face retouching tools are conveniently accessible in the Face Swap window.
—PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
Ohtani failed to retouch second base while returning to first on a deep flyout by Freddie Freeman.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2024
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Deepti Hajela, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2024
Its marble mosaics and stained glass windows got a shine, and its frescoes were retouched.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 3 Sep. 2019
Face retouching tools are conveniently accessible in the Face Swap window.
—PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
Ohtani failed to retouch second base while returning to first on a deep flyout by Freddie Freeman.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for retouch
Verb
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As part of its comeback efforts, Farfetch has been polishing the machinery of the business as well, slashing clearance and markdown activity, and extending its free returns policy to 30 days.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
3 Apr. 2025
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Buff and Shine Next, a buffing wheel polishes the pieces to remove any rough edges or scratches.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 Mar. 2025
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If the city fails to meet those conditions, the judge's order prohibits the city from citing, arresting or fining people for camping on public property.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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If convicted for this Class I Felony offense, the defendant could be fined up to $10,000 and/or be sentenced to up to three years and six months in prison.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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This conversation has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Strong Work Ethic Individuals from humble beginnings often exhibit a superior work ethic, a characteristic honed by the desire for change.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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At the time, circa 2016, lace fronts were becoming more popular with influencers and artists, so Williamson honed his skills, learning to create a flawless install while blending in his love of color and trendy styles.—
Jessica Fields,
Essence,
2 Apr. 2025
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This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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But even as China’s drills have intensified, and its missiles, warships and fighter jets have advanced, many experts have doubted that the Chinese military could cross the Taiwan Strait with the speed and numbers needed for a successful invasion.—
Chris Buckley,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2025
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Corporate boardrooms and executive teams will need to traverse this new landscape, by weighing the risks of maintaining their DEI teams and initiatives against the potential fallout of revising their DEI policies—or abandoning their efforts completely.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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If elected, Valencia said her goals are to work to revise the budget, making communication seamless and providing more staff for mental health services.—
David Sharos,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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This performance reinforces their value not just to the Selection Committee, but to analysts, fans, and bettors seeking a competitive edge.—
Giovanni Malloy,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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By gathering for the event, participants reinforce their commitment to breaking the cycle of abuse and neglect, according to the release.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In other words, some storms on Jupiter can leave behind a fingerprint, reworking the whole chemical makeup of the planet's atmosphere.—
Kiona N. Smith,
Space.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The case of the new Royale Paris has been reworked.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Retouch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retouch. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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