as in polishes
a smooth and shiny surface
The pot is covered with a bright red glaze. doughnuts with a chocolate glaze
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Recent Examples of glazes
Noelle Alviz-Gransee
march 1, Kansas City Star, 1 Mar. 2026
Hot dogs, pretzels, glazes, and dressings—mustard is a condiment of many uses.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
Once the salt is fully removed to prevent the ceramic glazes from shattering, the items are expected to be featured at Singapore’s national museums, offering visitors a real glimpse into the city-state’s 700-year-old history.
—Munis Raza, Interesting Engineering, 24 Feb. 2026
However, due to the small amounts of ammonia present in gloss formulas, glazes will be the most gentle choice.
—Tessa Petak, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026
The menu at Randy’s Donuts includes a selection of old-school doughnuts, including raised, buttermilk and cake doughnuts with a variety of additions — think chocolate, maple, vanilla and cherry glazes and crumb, sprinkle and sugar toppings.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
Both anchovy paste and tomato paste can add depth to dressings, sauces, and pasta dishes; sherry vinegar is ideal for vinaigrettes and glazes; a jar of capers can elevate simple hors d'oeuvres; and chili sambals can bring the heat to eggs, marinades, and stir-fries.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
Members mix glazes, load kilns, clean the space, and even manage social media.
—Breana Pitts, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
Due to recent warm temperatures, less than one inch of snow accumulation, but spotty glazes of ice is still possible to slick roads and bridges, NWS warns.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee
march 1, Kansas City Star, 1 Mar. 2026
Hot dogs, pretzels, glazes, and dressings—mustard is a condiment of many uses.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
Once the salt is fully removed to prevent the ceramic glazes from shattering, the items are expected to be featured at Singapore’s national museums, offering visitors a real glimpse into the city-state’s 700-year-old history.
—Munis Raza, Interesting Engineering, 24 Feb. 2026
However, due to the small amounts of ammonia present in gloss formulas, glazes will be the most gentle choice.
—Tessa Petak, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026
The menu at Randy’s Donuts includes a selection of old-school doughnuts, including raised, buttermilk and cake doughnuts with a variety of additions — think chocolate, maple, vanilla and cherry glazes and crumb, sprinkle and sugar toppings.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
Both anchovy paste and tomato paste can add depth to dressings, sauces, and pasta dishes; sherry vinegar is ideal for vinaigrettes and glazes; a jar of capers can elevate simple hors d'oeuvres; and chili sambals can bring the heat to eggs, marinades, and stir-fries.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
Members mix glazes, load kilns, clean the space, and even manage social media.
—Breana Pitts, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glazes
Verb
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The memory of it coats my bones and courses through my veins.—
Kalpana Mohan,
Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Dark chocolate coats a soft jelly orange interior made with real orange juice concentrate—no artificial flavoring.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There’s perhaps no better time to visit Miami than the first half of the year, as the Sunshine State transitions from its mild winter to sultry summer and the area’s natural beauty shines.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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That’s where the storytelling shines.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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These glows lasted up to three seconds, often moving from leaf to leaf.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
25 Feb. 2026
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Inside, a long mahogany counter glows beneath warm gold walls, where bartenders move with precision through a selection of classics and inventive cocktails built on bold spirits and house infusions.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In all, The Times had eight top-10 finishes, including print portfolio, digital, event coverage, special sections, investigative, national beat writing, columns and short feature, and one general excellence award in video.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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To that end, Samsung’s ranges generally sport quality construction and robust finishes.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In another, Kelly’s character polishes the massive rock on a seat cushion, then lies back to admire it.—
Rachel Garrahan,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2026
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Designed in tandem with the brand’s existing DIY gel system, Olive & June’s Builder Gel polishes (retailing for $12 each) are thicker in texture than traditional gel polish, creating a strong, supportive barrier to help grow your natural nails.—
Jacqueline Kilikita,
Refinery29,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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While hair glosses and hair glazes are extremely similar, there are a few key differences.—
Tessa Petak,
InStyle,
15 Feb. 2026
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Complement your new set with a MAC lip liner and lipstick kit, which can be layered underneath either of the Yves Saint Laurent glosses.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
24 Dec. 2025
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“Glazes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glazes. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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