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as in to smooth
to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps
smoothen the wood for the table thoroughly, or the legs will be uneven
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as in to polish
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
smoothen the edges of the two parts before trying to join them together
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Recent Examples of smoothen
The $10 serum is formulated with 2 percent multimolecular hyaluronic acid and Matrixyl 3000 peptide, a combination of ingredients that quenches the skin while smoothening wrinkles and firming crepey areas.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
Beacom shares a few ideas to smoothen your reentry.
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Andee Tagle,
NPR,
17 Apr. 2026
The service Any new hotel will have some edges to smoothen out, but the service is still excellent, with staff going out of their way to satisfy you.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
Social media and dating feeds are polished to perfection, with filters helping us smoothen out flaws.
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Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
Beacom shares a few ideas to smoothen your reentry.
—
Andee Tagle,
NPR,
17 Apr. 2026
The service Any new hotel will have some edges to smoothen out, but the service is still excellent, with staff going out of their way to satisfy you.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
Social media and dating feeds are polished to perfection, with filters helping us smoothen out flaws.
—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smoothen
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The formula uses argan oil, amino acids, and keratin-like proteins to smooth split ends, strengthen the cuticle, and boost shine.
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If wrinkles and uneven skin texture are a concern, Korean serums can help smooth your complexion.
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Parker Kitternan was busy at the console of the church's pipe organ, polishing his musical tribute for the weekend.
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Wear it with flat sandals for a beachfront dinner or add wedges and simple jewelry for an outfit that feels polished enough for a special occasion.
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Dozens of media outlets, from international agencies to local TV stations to true crime podcasters, were inside the Lexington County courthouse to again chronicle every forehead rub and quizzical look from the once rich and imposing Southern lawyer.
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The bumper was rubbing the tire and a headlight looked to be dragging.
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“Smoothen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smoothen. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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