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as in sunglasses
glasses plural
a pair of lenses set in a frame that is held in place with ear supports and which are usually worn to correct vision
I'm a little nearsighted, so I'm going to need glasses
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as in mirror
a smooth or polished surface that forms images by reflection
the vain princess spent hours admiring the reflection in her glass
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Recent Examples of glass
So popular was the doll-like glass skin makeup used in the show, its creator Pat McGrath released a product line so fans could recreate it at home.
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Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
But there’s North East Pickle Noodle ($15.99, pork, pickled cabbage, glass noodle).
—Michael Deeds
july 7, Idaho Statesman, 7 July 2025
The town home also has a two-car garage and a variety of modern features in its bathrooms, including floating vanities, glass shower doors and integrated Bluetooth speakers in the ceiling.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 7 July 2025
Raise a glass at (and to) The Remedy Lounge, where decadent non-alcoholic elixirs are specially crafted with botanicals and adaptogenic herbs designed, like the resort itself, to enhance well-being.
—Lois Alter Mark, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
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Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
But there’s North East Pickle Noodle ($15.99, pork, pickled cabbage, glass noodle).
—Michael Deeds
july 7, Idaho Statesman, 7 July 2025
The town home also has a two-car garage and a variety of modern features in its bathrooms, including floating vanities, glass shower doors and integrated Bluetooth speakers in the ceiling.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 7 July 2025
Raise a glass at (and to) The Remedy Lounge, where decadent non-alcoholic elixirs are specially crafted with botanicals and adaptogenic herbs designed, like the resort itself, to enhance well-being.
—Lois Alter Mark, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glass
Noun
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Here's everything to know about how Too Much mirrors Dunham's life.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
10 July 2025
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This sleek, rechargeable mirror features three adjustable light settings for flawless makeup application.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
10 July 2025
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While many bemoan that American fashion shows lack the luster of yesteryear, Malena Belafonte is trying to rejigger the tried-and-true by blending runway looks, live music and circus-like spectacles.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
WWD,
18 Dec. 2024
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Fewer spectacles have inspired American automotive imaginations more than monster trucks.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes,
13 Dec. 2024
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“Glass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glass. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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