as in tidy
being clean and in good order
kept his journal entries trim, never crossing out words or scribbling, but printing exactly and nicely
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as in shape
a state of being or fitness
the doctor declared her to be in good trim for the race
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as in ornament
something that decorates or beautifies
added a little trim to her cocktail dress to make it a little fancier
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as in to master
to achieve a victory over
a speed skater who consistently trimmed all his competition
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as in to whip
to defeat by a large margin
they trimmed our team by 40 points
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as in to shave
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
trimmed her bangs
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as in to decorate
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
trim a tree for Christmas
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as in to organize
to make neat
trimmed the shrubbery in order to enhance the house's curb appeal
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Recent Examples of trim
Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 2 Mar. 2025
Remove the leaves of the radishes, then clean, trim, and cut the radishes into slices or cubes.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Feb. 2025
Mark Phelan, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2025
The trim was applied via a 3-D printing technique that the automaker claims has never previously been used on an automobile.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2025
Catherine Brock, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Tree Care Tree care, for purposes of the report, includes three applications of tree fertilizer, regular spraying, trimming, and pruning, as well as the removal of one 30-foot-tall tree.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
The 2025 Toyota Crown Signia Limited is the top tier trim, with 4 doors, 2 rows of seats, and can carry 5 passengers, with the ability to tow up to 2,700 lbs.
—Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 2 Mar. 2025
Remove the leaves of the radishes, then clean, trim, and cut the radishes into slices or cubes.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
Billet aluminum trim, including the windshield surround and interior trim.
—Mark Phelan, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2025
The trim was applied via a 3-D printing technique that the automaker claims has never previously been used on an automobile.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2025
Verb
Declining Confidence Declining confidence in the economy may encourage consumers and businesses to trim spending.
—Catherine Brock, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Tree Care Tree care, for purposes of the report, includes three applications of tree fertilizer, regular spraying, trimming, and pruning, as well as the removal of one 30-foot-tall tree.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trim
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The Omen Transcend dons a white chassis and is supported by a slim shaft with a hole in the center to keep the cords tidy.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
18 Mar. 2025
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Interestingly, in one final sustainability twist, the packaging for each monitor can be reused to help keep the workspace tidy.—
Paul Ridden,
New Atlas,
15 Mar. 2025
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Jillian Michaels shares easy way for people to start fitness journeys Fitness expert Jillian Michael shares the one simple workout that can help Americans get in shape and extend their lifespan by up to seven years.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
Fox News,
19 Mar. 2025
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And whatever time that isn’t occupied by her family and nonmusical interests — such as her cannabis strain collaboration with brand Cookies called That Badu — goes toward keeping herself in the best mental, emotional and physical shape possible and making sure she’s set for the future.—
Damien Scott,
Billboard,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This year, players can build and customize a shinobi hideout, including a forge for weapon upgrades and aesthetic ornaments via the Sekiryu Hideout Pack.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Some popular categories include: Table decorations: These include table runners, candles, flowers, centerpieces and ornaments.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Fellow White Lotus star Leslie Bibb also mastered a celestial cheek highlight, and wig artist Maahleek crafted a stunning Shego-esque hairdo.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
22 Mar. 2025
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The hardest part is mastering the fold because the dough tends to stick to fingers.—
Cindy Carcamo,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2025
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The moment was so precious that Reed whipped out her phone to take a quick video and later shared it on TikTok.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA TODAY,
18 Mar. 2025
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Blizzards expected in Northern Plains Forecasters warned that heavy snow whipped by powerful winds are likely to make travel treacherous in parts of the Rockies and Northern Plains.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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One hirsute San Francisco regular, Richard, kept changing his hair and shaving his face over the course of the shoot.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2025
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If needed, lightly holding your skin taut should be enough to shave the area without excessively stretching or pulling at it.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The actor, 29, recently shared a photo on Instagram of himself wearing a denim jacket with colorful patches decorated in various symbols, including flowers and a peace sign.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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The birthday girl, rocking a shimmery strapless gown, was serenaded by a live mariachi band, then presented with a multi-tier cake, decorated in sparklers and her name in frosting.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2025
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Incorporating a set of packing cubes can encourage you to pare down and organize your clothing based on the type of clothes or the day.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2025
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Amazon sales rose nearly 6% during an eight-day boycott organized by an activist group, challenging the effectiveness of consumer activism against the retail giant.—
Kiri Masters,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Trim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trim. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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