as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a beautiful, buffed antique table
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as in rubbed
to make smooth by friction
she learned to buff semiprecious stones in order to make her own jewelry
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as in smoothed
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the janitor buffed the lobby floor until it shone
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Adjective
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Express is a very polished and well-featured product that lets users jump straight into just about any digital design task, but it’s particularly suited to small businesses or independent content creators.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025 -
Previously, Barcelona items have only been available in various leathers, with polished chrome frames.—
Nick Remsen,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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It is often recognized for its lightweight, non-sticky texture and soft, glossy finish.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Her makeup included bold brows, a slightly smokey eye and a glossy lip for added definition.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Sam Edelman Loraine Bit Loafer A sleek loafer that’ll match practically any outfit is a no-brainer for spring, and this bit loafer from Sam Edelman is currently 40 percent off.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Whether you’re drawn to mid-century silhouettes with sleek, clean lines or ready to invest in a heritage option that will stand the test of time, here are the best silverware sets that deserve a spot in your kitchen drawer.—
Angela Tafoya,
Vogue,
3 Apr. 2025
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The outer surfaces were then sanded, covered with rice paper, coated, painted, and polished to a smooth hydrodynamic finish.—
David Szondy,
New Atlas,
25 Dec. 2024
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The mac and cheese is coated with buttery bubbly cheese and is just as comforting for these colder months.—
Kaitlyn Rosati,
New York Daily News,
25 Dec. 2024
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“Buffed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buffed. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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