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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
Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 15 June 2025
But that doesn’t put a gloss on what is really happening.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 18 June 2025
Stephanie Giang-Paunon, Fox News, 21 Jan. 2025
Haug suggests asking your colorist for a glossing toner over blonde highlights or an all-over blonde color.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Its rich texture glides on like gloss but nourishes like a mask, thanks to a formula that blends shea butter, coconut oil, vitamin E, and even a touch of vitamin C.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 15 June 2025
But that doesn’t put a gloss on what is really happening.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 18 June 2025
Verb
Her make-up consisted of her signature smoky eye shadow and glossed nude lips, as Sanchez shared behind-the-scenes photos of her posing for the camera.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, Fox News, 21 Jan. 2025
Haug suggests asking your colorist for a glossing toner over blonde highlights or an all-over blonde color.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gloss
Noun
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After arriving, fire crews reported that parts of the facade and some of the parapet separated from the parking garage, sending bricks crashing to the sidewalk and street below, Nolan said.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
9 July 2025
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The narrow cobblestone street cuts through the city’s Old Town toward the waterfront and abuts the eastern facade of Diocletian’s Palace, an ancient Roman fortress built about 1,700 years ago.—
Aspen Pflughoeft
July 9,
Miami Herald,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Fitzgerald understood this long before multidistrict litigation was a gleam in a judge’s eye.—
Aron Solomon
June 24,
Literary Hub,
24 June 2025
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The wooden floors of the 129-year-old building gleam with fresh polish.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
Verb
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Define swim lanes for each spokesperson, and then polish the narrative for each.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Most high school seniors applying to selective colleges this fall don’t need a lot of advice on how to polish their personal essay or list extracurriculars.—
Gerald Bradshaw,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
Noun
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They’re made from 100% vegan materials, including a vegan leather strap upper, a cork veneer midsole trim, and the aforementioned comfy footbed.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
25 June 2025
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Behind the veneer of philanthropy, however, prosecutors allege most of Ahmed’s professional life was built on fraud.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
24 June 2025
Noun
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The cosmic duo will be visible for around two and a half hours before the glare of the rising sun hides the Pleiades from view.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
4 July 2025
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With a full understanding about both the financial stakes and the glare of a national spotlight, Tucker has avoided the distractions that could have derailed his performance.—
Phil Rogers,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
Verb
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While the two were embracing, Hughes gently rubbed Siwa's belly, fueling the pregnancy rumors.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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That reportedly rubbed him the wrong way and paved the path for his departure from Phoenix this offseason.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
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These pre-soaked exfoliating pads use gentle lactic acid and the brand’s Tri-Enzyme technology to smooth rough patches, fade dark spots, and give your skin that post-facial glow.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
8 July 2025
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Betteridge speculated that Khloé had received several enhancements, including a temporal brow lift to elevate the outer brow, upper blepharoplasty to smooth the eyelids, and a chin implant.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Set in San Francisco in the early 1990s, this coming-of-age novel shines with a heady, nostalgic glow while never ignoring reality.—
Connie Ogle,
Boston Herald,
10 July 2025
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Giambattista Valli—fresh off receiving the title of Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters from the French government—basked in the glow of both the honor and an exceptional runway show.—
Ian Malone,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Gloss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gloss. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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