as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
the glossy finish on the gym floor a sports car with an interior upholstered with glossy leather
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Recent Examples of glossy
Her glossy, brunette hair has been pulled up sleekly and gathered high on her head.
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Marci Robin, Allure, 17 Apr. 2025
Jenner's hair now officially falls into the category of a pixie bob — the look sees her glossy black strands cut into forehead-sweeping bangs.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Characterized by sheer white tones with a glossy finish, the milky nail look supplies a more natural look.
—Taylor Anderson, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Her makeup included bold brows, a slightly smokey eye and a glossy lip for added definition.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Apr. 2025
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Marci Robin, Allure, 17 Apr. 2025
Jenner's hair now officially falls into the category of a pixie bob — the look sees her glossy black strands cut into forehead-sweeping bangs.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Characterized by sheer white tones with a glossy finish, the milky nail look supplies a more natural look.
—Taylor Anderson, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Her makeup included bold brows, a slightly smokey eye and a glossy lip for added definition.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for glossy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glossy
Adjective
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Nanette Nanette Lepore Freedom Stretch Pants These straight-leg pants are at once casual and polished, thanks to a tab fly, buttoned back welt pockets, and hems that hit right above the ankles on most people.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The effortless and beachy hairstyle has taken a back seat in recent years to more polished styles like sleek bobs, liquid hair, and voluminous blowouts.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
18 Apr. 2025
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Snapped up by the singer from the fall 2025 collection, the hefty piece had a puffer-like construction to it—but it was finished with sleek details typical of the house, with gold hardware at the neckline.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2025
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Today’s modern Colonial is likely influenced by the current swing from sleek interior designs towards more traditional styles, but streamlined for contemporary lifestyles.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2025
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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“Glossy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glossy. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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