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as in accomplishment
a high level of taste and enlightenment as a result of extensive intellectual training and exposure to the arts
acquired a great deal of polish during his year abroad
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as in gleam
brightness created by light reflected from a surface
buffed the silver plate to a high polish
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as in to rub
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
you'll need to polish your shoes with a clean rag before the performance
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as in to finish
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
once you polish the article a bit, it'll be ready to submit
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Recent Examples of polish
Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 14 Mar. 2025
Nail hardeners, cuticle moisturizers, base coats, and protective polish are all nail treatments that are easy to use and even can be formulated to treat specific issues, such as repairing brittle nails from UV gel damage, improving the nails’ surface and texture, and more.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2025
Gina Decaprio Vercesi, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025
The substance worked well on brass, and Hoffman sold it to bar owners who used it to polish their brass rails, hence the name.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Unlike traditional glosses, lip oils swap stickiness for formulas that sink into your lips rather than sit atop, sans sacrificing pigment and polish.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 14 Mar. 2025
Nail hardeners, cuticle moisturizers, base coats, and protective polish are all nail treatments that are easy to use and even can be formulated to treat specific issues, such as repairing brittle nails from UV gel damage, improving the nails’ surface and texture, and more.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
The 80-room property was purchased in 2009 by the R Collection, a group of 12 luxurious hotels owned by the Rocchi family, and has since been polished to five-star standards.
—Gina Decaprio Vercesi, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025
The substance worked well on brass, and Hoffman sold it to bar owners who used it to polish their brass rails, hence the name.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polish
Noun
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Whether that's more impressive than his in-ring accomplishments is up to interpretation.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Rejoining Formula 1 as its official timekeeper in 2025 is part of this version —but the message is broader: the brand is for those who push limits of high performance, competitiveness and accomplishment, in sports or life.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Highland wasn’t even a gleam in anybody’s eye when Johnson ruled the city.—
Joe Soucheray,
Twin Cities,
10 Mar. 2025
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But also required is investment in new technologies that today may be only a gleam in some researcher’s eye.—
DANIEL YERGIN,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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Pearl rubbed Broome’s back as the cart took off down the concourse.—
Joe Rexrode,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Adding to its innovation, the 'Monaco' integrates honeycomb thermoplastic heel technology, providing convenience by allowing natural motion without stiffness or rigidity, rubbing away material in other shoemakers usually.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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There is one about Diego Maradona recovering from a training session at Napoli by opening, and quickly finishing, a bottle of champagne.—
Rory Smith,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Robinson started in place of Herro, finishing the loss with 16 points on 4-of-10 shooting from three-point range in 31 minutes.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2025
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Because of the Prince Regent’s great interest in fashion, art, music and and literature, the era became known for an elevation in style, refinement and elegance.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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The building itself, a 13-story Art Deco gem from the 1920s, still holds onto its old-school charm and refinement, right down to the hushed lobby and three massive stone thunderbirds on its façade.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
3 Apr. 2025
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Millions of people in the United States, Canada, Europe, China and beyond were able to view the glow of the northern lights.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Blue Dragon - Always evening under the glow of ethereal lanterns, guests can enjoy Pan-Asian cuisine as dazzling neon dragons chase across the walls or curl up with a cocktail at The Tiger Bar.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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There’s no math or history class that can teach you how to smooth that over.—
Mary Frances Ruskell,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
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Financial markets and the economy could be in for further turbulence, but the right dividend-paying stocks may help smooth the ride, according to Jefferies.—
Darla Mercado, CFP®,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2025
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Pair of Goggles: Custom goggles to complete the rider’s gear.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The Kings completed a season sweep after beating the Cavaliers 123-119 on March 19 in Sacramento.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Polish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polish. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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