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as in facade
a deceptively attractive external appearance
used a computer to give her astrological predictions the gloss of real science
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as in gleam
brightness created by light reflected from a surface
the surface has such a high gloss, you can see your face reflected in it
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as in to polish
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the action of the water will serve to gloss the seal's coat
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Recent Examples of gloss
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
Brazil rang the changes in the second half and the cavalry ran riot, adding some gloss to the scoreline and giving Ancelotti plenty to ponder in the days ahead.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Christian Wiman, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
Make sure hair is fully saturated, follow the box instructions, and gloss after.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2025
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Noun
The skin is fully waterproof, virtually unbreakable, and available in matte, gloss, or non-skid finishes, Riviera says.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
Brazil rang the changes in the second half and the cavalry ran riot, adding some gloss to the scoreline and giving Ancelotti plenty to ponder in the days ahead.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Verb
Critchley, glossing Julian of Norwich, draws a distinction between seeing and seeing through creation, but this is a false dichotomy.
—Christian Wiman, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
Make sure hair is fully saturated, follow the box instructions, and gloss after.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gloss
Noun
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Tarps continue to cover portions of the facade where the name had been displayed.—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
17 June 2026
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Sign on facade at shoe company Allbirds, Walnut Creek, California, August 25, 2025.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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Then buff the steel with a dry cloth, wiping in the same direction as the metal's grain to bring back that gleam.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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After a while, though, all the professions of sincerity and thanks, the constant invocations of the one true POTUS, and the worshipful exhibits upstairs give the whole place a cultish, nostalgic gleam.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Tasker and Grimm care for the space almost every day — watering plants, sweeping away sand, polishing the phone.—
Itay Hod,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The relaxed fit keeps it comfortable in warm weather while still looking polished enough for evenings out.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
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The top is coral marble, with a long strip of Italian walnut veneer down the middle, and the base is crafted from fine beechwood, carved with geometric patterns.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Inspired by old-fashioned railway carriages, the unit features discreet doors that blend elegantly into the African hardwood veneer.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
10 June 2026
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The stars burn brightly here, shielded from light pollution and city glare, and the rock formations are eerily beautiful in silhouette.—
Tamara Gane,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
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No glare or sunlight coming through onto the pitch as a result.—
Jim Barnes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 June 2026
Verb
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To rub salt into the wounds of longtime fans, MLB agreed to waive its $300 million relocation fee.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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To season uncoated grates, rub them with a thin layer of oil and wipe away any excess.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Dozens of people were waiting for them, McAfee said, launching into a scene that unfolded with a Hollywood sheen.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Dozens of people were waiting for them, McAfee said, launching into a scene that unfolded with a Hollywood sheen.—
Annie Waldman,
ProPublica,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The suit also includes smoothing cups and ruching that prevents lines from showing through.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Parents and beauty enthusiasts alike praise its ability to smooth stubborn bumps and improve skin texture.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
14 June 2026
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“Gloss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gloss. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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