as in polishes
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the warrior furbished his sword and shield so that they glinted in the sunlight
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The single-button power control is a favorite feature of our reviewer Williams, as well as the fluffy optic cleaner head that cleans and polishes her hard floors.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
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Next, the gel polishes themselves had to work with the specific wavelengths of the Olive & June lamp.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Specifically, Byron’s enthusiasm for Guinness — the beer and the family — rubs him the wrong way.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
26 Sep. 2025
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Ray, grateful for the distraction, rubs my Lab behind his ears and tells me how much Michelle loved dogs.—
Ted Katauskas,
Outside,
23 Sep. 2025
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Without stabilization, handheld footage has a jittery, jumpy look, but Active Mode effectively smooths it out.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
12 Oct. 2025
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In addition to serving as a natural detangler, Bennett says that ACV smooths and softens the hair as well.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
10 Oct. 2025
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Every ingredient at Tacos Oaxaca shines in its own way.—
Natalie Hoy,
Southern Living,
19 Oct. 2025
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The bankruptcy shines a spotlight on how millions of Americans are hurting from the high cost of living and sluggish job market.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
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Gucci, the presenting sponsor since the launch of the gala in 2011, dresses many of the evening’s VIPs.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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On top of that, Free People dresses, Madewell jeans, and more are on sale.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
22 Sep. 2025
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