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as in greased
to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction
waxing a surfboard
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as in whipped
slang
to defeat by a large margin
I can't believe I bet on a football team that ended up getting waxed 45-0
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as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the commitment of the young volunteers to the cause seems to wax and wane
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as in became
to eventually have as a state or quality
waxed poetic whenever he wrote to his girlfriend
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as in coated
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Recent Examples of waxed
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Cover with waxed paper; let rise in a warm place until puffy, 20 minutes.
—Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
The pre-waxed strips latch onto hairs with the strength of a baby’s fist, yanking them out right at the roots with about as much discomfort as ripping off a (very sticky) Band-Aid.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
However, its status as a gourmet ingredient has waxed and waned over time.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
First, the molds are cleaned and waxed, then the staff will review the work order to understand which colors the customer wants.
—Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2025
Noah Hawley’s ambitious contribution to the Alien franchise wrapped its first season on FX by delivering exactly what Sigourney Weaver waxed on about earlier this month at TIFF.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2025
As Hedges waxed poetic about Cantillo’s outing, Cantillo tried to hold back a smile.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
On the off-day between the Yankees' series in Chicago and Houston, manager Aaron Boone was in Chapel Hill, watching as the Tar Heels were waxed 48-14 by the TCU Horned Frogs in Bill Belichick's debut as UNC's head coach.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Her pubic hair is not waxed or colored.
—Weike Wang, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In one of the movie’s most iconic scenes, Carell’s Andy gets his chest waxed.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
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Lovers of some hardware will be happy to know that the new, tradition-honoring Logger features nickel eyelets, which contrast impeccably with the richness of its waxed leather.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Cover with waxed paper; let rise in a warm place until puffy, 20 minutes.
—Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
The pre-waxed strips latch onto hairs with the strength of a baby’s fist, yanking them out right at the roots with about as much discomfort as ripping off a (very sticky) Band-Aid.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
On Wednesday, at the Tom Ford catwalk, it was scraped back and waxed into a devil-may-care quiff style and worn with a pair of wayfarer-esque sunglasses also by the house.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
However, its status as a gourmet ingredient has waxed and waned over time.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
First, the molds are cleaned and waxed, then the staff will review the work order to understand which colors the customer wants.
—Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2025
Noah Hawley’s ambitious contribution to the Alien franchise wrapped its first season on FX by delivering exactly what Sigourney Weaver waxed on about earlier this month at TIFF.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2025
As Hedges waxed poetic about Cantillo’s outing, Cantillo tried to hold back a smile.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
On the off-day between the Yankees' series in Chicago and Houston, manager Aaron Boone was in Chapel Hill, watching as the Tar Heels were waxed 48-14 by the TCU Horned Frogs in Bill Belichick's debut as UNC's head coach.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Her pubic hair is not waxed or colored.
—Weike Wang, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In one of the movie’s most iconic scenes, Carell’s Andy gets his chest waxed.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waxed
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Coat plastic wrap with nonstick cooking spray and place, coated side down, over dough.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Sep. 2025
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Let mixer run until butter is broken down into smaller, flour-coated pieces about the size of a pea, about 1 minute.—
Sonal Dutt,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The pastry — an original glazed doughnut completely coated in chocolate — was last offered July 6-7 for World Chocolate Day.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Krispy Kreme's original melt-in-your-mouth glazed donut will always get top billing on the menu.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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The space features details in burnished brass and canaletto walnut, which are intended to complement the Luxury Leisurewear offering.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
23 Sep. 2025
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Made with brushed microfiber that’s soft to the touch, each 20x30-inch queen-sized pillowcase is shrink- and fade-resistant, and comes in a variety of colors, too.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Sep. 2025
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Style insiders are going all in on the look, too; fashion month’s crowds were awash in brushed knits, and New Yorkers of all stripes have pulled out their shaggiest jumpers as sweater weather has descended upon the city.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
4 Nov. 2024
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In the Instagram video, Swift directed her Showgirl persona while sporting an oversized blazer, a black tank top, and crossover waist wide-leg jeans — three polished staples that are so smart to have on hand for fall.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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The bestselling mule also got some colorful updates in polished patent.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Waxed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waxed. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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