as in glow
a smooth and shiny surface
The pot is covered with a bright red glaze. doughnuts with a chocolate glaze
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as in to coat
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Recent Examples of glaze
Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 6 May 2025
Then just slice the pork and drape it in the velvety two-ingredient glaze.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 6 May 2025
Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2025
It’s crafted of lightweight carbon steel glazed in the brand’s signature enamel and includes two matching stoneware mugs that are dishwasher safe and resistant to chipping, scratching, and staining.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The honey-soy glaze is lovely and has a surprise (to me at least) ingredient.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 6 May 2025
Then just slice the pork and drape it in the velvety two-ingredient glaze.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 6 May 2025
Verb
Guests savored barbecue collard greens with bacon and cornbread glazed with a honey curry butter.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2025
It’s crafted of lightweight carbon steel glazed in the brand’s signature enamel and includes two matching stoneware mugs that are dishwasher safe and resistant to chipping, scratching, and staining.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glaze
Noun
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Shot in Galicia, a landscape of rocky coasts and salty-blue air, this loosely biographical third feature from Catalan filmmaker Carla Simón, part of the Cannes competition slate, has a wistful, earthy glow.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
23 May 2025
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Brick walls and exposed piping contrast with wooden furniture, white couches and floor cushions and the warm glow of Noguchi lampshades.—
Lina Abascal,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Transfer to a large bowl coated with cooking spray.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
26 May 2025
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Sunflower seed shells are often coated in salt for taste and flavor, sometimes as much as 70 mg for every 1 ounce of seeds.14 The American Heart Association suggests consuming no more than 1,500 grams of sodium per day, although Dietary Guidelines allow for up to 2,300 milligrams per day.15 2.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
23 May 2025
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Guitarist Justin Ostrander laid down a chill solo live on the first pass, and drummer Evan Hutchings added some shimmer with his cymbal work.—
Tom Roland,
Billboard,
23 May 2025
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The beads are covered in crystals for just the right amount of shimmer to accessorize any type of outfit, from casual to dress up.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
16 May 2025
Verb
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The coarsest grades of steel wool can strip paint or varnish and remove rust from surfaces.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 May 2025
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In Pasto, a community gathers around varnishing — from old trade networks between harvesters, carpenters, and varnishers to fairs where artisans demonstrate their craft.—
Gabriela Molina Riascos,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2025
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The system includes a turntable, Bluetooth streaming support and bookshelf speakers, all wrapped in a warm wood finish and typically retails in the $250 range.—
Brad Moon,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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The luxury villas at Silverleaf are designed for buyers looking for high-end finishes and custom-quality craftsmanship—without the burden of yard work.—
Prime Development,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2025
Verb
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The liquid-to-matte formula glides on weightlessly, providing all-day wear with food-grade ingredients, and can be easily glossed by layering over with a clear balm.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Use this on natural or color-treated hair in between hair glossing appointments—the deep blue pigments will work immediately to combat unwanted warm tones.—
Arden Fanning Andrews,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The palate reveals complex layers of salted caramel, furniture polish, dark chocolate, and chewy toffee.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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They’re cropped for that breathable, warm-weather polish, with a drawcord waist that adjusts mid-flight or mid-road trip.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
21 May 2025
Verb
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The finish on the paneling had all but dissolved with age so the firm opted to lacquer the paneling in a lighter color for a cheerier atmosphere.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2025
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Pennoyer added gentle vaults to the sides of the entry gallery’s plastered ceiling, which Cathey then had lacquered, commissioning églomisé artist Miriam Ellner to decorate the glass panels of the central lantern.—
Andrew Sessa,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Glaze.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glaze. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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