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as in sleek
having a shiny surface or finish
she could see her face reflected in the polished hood of the car
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as in cultured
having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living
showing the polished manners of a cosmopolitan woman
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as in smoothed
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 finished
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 polished
Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 10 July 2025
The internet rewards polished perfection, not messy drafts.
—Bryanna Symone, Essence, 10 July 2025
Adorned with elevated details including a belt-like front strap and gold hardware, the satchel-style bag has a boxy silhouette that makes any look classy and polished.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 July 2025
Imagine being able to see precisely how team members contribute to a project—not just who speaks up in meetings (as evidenced by transcripts) or turns in polished presentations, but who drafts, refines, questions, and rethinks.
—David Ferrucci, Fortune, 30 June 2025
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And like the stones themselves, these names range from classic and polished to raw and unexpected.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 10 July 2025
The internet rewards polished perfection, not messy drafts.
—Bryanna Symone, Essence, 10 July 2025
Adorned with elevated details including a belt-like front strap and gold hardware, the satchel-style bag has a boxy silhouette that makes any look classy and polished.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 July 2025
Imagine being able to see precisely how team members contribute to a project—not just who speaks up in meetings (as evidenced by transcripts) or turns in polished presentations, but who drafts, refines, questions, and rethinks.
—David Ferrucci, Fortune, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polished
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Don’t miss out on Beats headphones that come in sleek colors, Peepers reading glasses for as little as $8, and the ever-popular Ninja Creami during Amazon Prime Day 2025.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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This sleek decanter aerates while serving angles (and leveling up your sommelier instincts).—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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New money families fought for their place at the table with old money institutions by throwing undeniably elegant balls (with the proper soup) and funding irresistibly cultured opera houses (with the proper spectators).—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
12 June 2025
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Goldwyn continued to crave the skills of savvy, street-smart writers like Hellman, the kind of intellect who might elevate an industry many cultured people still looked down their nose at.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 June 2025
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Penn State has a 22-13-4 record this season and finished off Maine with a score of 5-1 before also taking down UConn 3-2 so far in the NCAA Tournament.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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Rory McIlroy was 4-under through 13 but finished even after double-bogeys on 15 and 17.—
Bob Spear,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Apr. 2025
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There are no massive resorts or glossy beach clubs (yet), and prices are much lower.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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As the Trump administration attempts to return the country to the Gilded Age, however, which for most of us will not resemble the glossy Julian Fellowes drama, Gale’s work seems again relevant.—
Deborah Williams
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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This is far, far beneath the dignity of a civilized society.—
Steve Bousquet,
Sun Sentinel,
12 July 2025
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Honoring and showing gratitude to those who step up to help others regardless of their origins is one sign of a civilized society that recognizes the worth of all human beings.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
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Today, he’s recognized as one of the most accomplished architects of all time.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
14 July 2025
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Davis was described as an accomplished photographer, videographer, filmmaker and editor with skill in the technical performing arts.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
14 July 2025
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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Quince Italian Leather and Raffia Crossbody Quince is known for its refined takes on the classics, and this raffia crossbody is no exception.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Unlike a tufted headboard, this one evokes a more refined, industrial feel with vintage appeal.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
14 July 2025
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“Polished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polished. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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