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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 glossed
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2026
Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
The rest of her glam was pretty signature—grungy smoky eyes and a glossed nude lip, with a nude manicure to let her engagement ring take center stage.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2026
Verb
But some historians have argued that this glossed a scheme to provide a bastion for British sea power in the eastern seas.
—Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glossed
Verb
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The man kissed and touched his neck and rubbed his genitals against Gilboa-Dalal.—
Matt Bradley,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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At one point in the video, Bravo affectionately rubbed Barone’s back as the pair stood close together chatting.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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The three-piece set includes a quilt and two pillowcases made from a premium blend of brushed microfiber, which results in a silky-smooth, lightweight texture that provides warmth, comfort, and breathability when temperatures start to rise.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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Spanx AirEssentials Brushed Full-Zip Jacket Not to be missed, this zip-up jacket — complete with an ultra-soft brushed interior and stately mock neckline — offers a more sophisticated take on travel day dressing.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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From wrinkle-resistant dresses to lightweight two-piece sets, these pieces are comfortable for long flights but polished enough to wear straight to your destination without requiring a major outfit change.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
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Lightweight and breathable, linen is perfect for hot days at the park or beach, but this pair is polished enough for weekend brunch or a backyard cookout.—
Jacquelyn McGilvray,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Unlike traditional cheesecake, which is baked low and slow in a water bath for a smooth, dense finish, Basque cheesecake embraces rustic charm with a burnished top, cracks and all.—
Amisha Gurbani,
San Francisco Chronicle,
10 Apr. 2026
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Instead of needing to overcome the one-time stigma of tiny Gonzaga, Lloyd enjoyed a burnished reputation, having spent so much time with inarguably one of the standard bearers of the sport.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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His expression smoothed itself out.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
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Whatever is left can be smoothed across the rest of the head.—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
3 May 2026
Verb
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Most modern non-toxic ceramic pans are actually aluminum or stainless steel pans coated with a thin spray-on layer designed to mimic ceramic’s slick, nonstick surface.—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 May 2026
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Thus, entries at the show range from six-digit customs (above) to mopeds covered in glitter (below) to daily riders still coated in road grime.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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Unfortunately, physical barriers like metal or plastic edging will not contain ground ivy, thanks to the underground roots.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Acclimating our senses was rooftop breakfast served by a gracious staff who introduced us to Armenian coffee — finely ground into a powder and brewed in a jazzve pot.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
Boston Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Glossed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glossed. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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