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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Expect to see even tinier dots and minuscule French tips atop jelly polishes in summery shades like fuchsia and blood orange.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
4 June 2026 -
Sheer jelly polishes create a seamless ombré effect.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
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The plastic bristles coax out loose hair as your cat rubs against it.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
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Expect wagyu brisket, lemon-zested ribs and rubs with hints of curry or tandoori.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 May 2026
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Red algae extract draws moisture deep into the skin while adenosine, a naturally occurring component of skin that supports collagen production, simultaneously smooths, soothes, and reduces the appearance of wrinkles over time.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
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Its main ingredient, chebula, is a potent antioxidant that smooths and brightens skin.—
Christina Butan,
InStyle,
8 June 2026
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The ranch flavor is prominent and generously coats your fingers (in the best way).—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
6 June 2026
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Then there’s the gorgeous pink dust that lightly coats each chip.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 June 2026
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While both draw big crowds and, like the pope, Bad Bunny often dresses in white, their messages are contrasting.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
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The most famous Colombian fan is Gustavo Llanos, known as El Cole (Birdman), who dresses like a tri-colored bird and has been to every World Cup Colombia participated in since 1990.—
Michelle Kaufman
May 29,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Your practical nature shines when care meets clarity, and people follow your lead because steady kindness feels safe and useful.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 June 2026
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There's a reliable cocktail list, but the intriguing and ever-changing wine list is where SRV shines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
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“Furbishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furbishes. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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