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as in facade
a deceptively attractive external appearance
used a computer to give her astrological predictions the gloss of real science
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as in gleam
brightness created by light reflected from a surface
the surface has such a high gloss, you can see your face reflected in it
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as in to polish
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the action of the water will serve to gloss the seal's coat
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Recent Examples of gloss
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
Brazil rang the changes in the second half and the cavalry ran riot, adding some gloss to the scoreline and giving Ancelotti plenty to ponder in the days ahead.
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Jack Lang,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
Britannica Editors,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
19 Mar. 2026
Mama winds through the labyrinth of shelves, smiling when her fingers gloss the gold spine of a good read, the same way my hand slides over Angelou’s book.
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Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The skin is fully waterproof, virtually unbreakable, and available in matte, gloss, or non-skid finishes, Riviera says.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
Brazil rang the changes in the second half and the cavalry ran riot, adding some gloss to the scoreline and giving Ancelotti plenty to ponder in the days ahead.
—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
Verb
But some historians have argued that this glossed a scheme to provide a bastion for British sea power in the eastern seas.
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Britannica Editors,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
19 Mar. 2026
Mama winds through the labyrinth of shelves, smiling when her fingers gloss the gold spine of a good read, the same way my hand slides over Angelou’s book.
—
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gloss
Noun
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Local Law 11 façade inspections will be required every six years, instead of five, and buildings that are in good shape can perform them with drones and cameras instead of workers dangling from the roof.
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With facades facing Seventh Avenue, 498 and 500 Seventh Avenue promised a future for America’s fashion capitol and over time, helped chart the success of Norman Norell, Bill Blass, Donna Karan and Ralph Lauren, among others.
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Then buff the steel with a dry cloth, wiping in the same direction as the metal's grain to bring back that gleam.
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After a while, though, all the professions of sincerity and thanks, the constant invocations of the one true POTUS, and the worshipful exhibits upstairs give the whole place a cultish, nostalgic gleam.
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Shoes must be polished, their brass must shine, and their uniforms must be clear of any stains or wrinkles.
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The fabric is light, but the silhouette is polished—offering the kind of versatility a summer capsule wardrobe should be built on.
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Our suburban town of Kingston, across the Susquehanna River, had an optimistic, futuristic veneer with its new ranch and split-level houses and postwar adult toys like finned cars and color TVs.
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Except for the unfettered devotion in the latter is replaced by swooping strings and a gushy chorus that merely offer an antiseptic veneer.
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The openings in the blinds' slats can be adjusted to give you custom control of glare, light, and heat.
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And these were just the animals and machines trying to do you in, not to mention the glare of the sun, the Feds, or some bad-seed trimmer with a crush or a death wish.
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But the quiet-part-out-loud here is that the Duffer Brothers ditching Netflix for a four-year deal at Paramount seems to have rubbed high-ranking Netflix executives the wrong way, the first source told THR.
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According to police, Foulke, Acrey and Millevoix encountered a man and woman waiting for a ride-share outside when one of the three rubbed their knuckles across a man's head.
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The rind should have a bright sheen and have a spot of creamy, yellow shading on one side.
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House of the Dragon made a strong start with its first season, which was praised by critics and fans for restoring some of the sheen the franchise had lost after what many considered a disappointing end to Game of Thrones.
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The formula uses argan oil, amino acids, and keratin-like proteins to smooth split ends, strengthen the cuticle, and boost shine.
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If wrinkles and uneven skin texture are a concern, Korean serums can help smooth your complexion.
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“Gloss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gloss. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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