JAPANS Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

japans

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present tense third-person singular of japan

as in varnishes

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They’re formed when a grain of grit enters an oyster’s shell, and the mollusk coats that irritant with layer after layer of nacre.

— ByKaren R. McDaniel, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Bring to a low boil, then cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 more minutes until the sauce coats the chicken bites.

— Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 19 July 2026

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The five-part docuseries, directed by Brian Knappenberger with Tom Hanks as executive producer, offers novice history buffs an extensive look into the establishment of American democracy.

— Kalia Richardson, USA Today, 24 June 2026
Combined with lactic acid, this treatment buffs out wrinkles, increases collagen, and regulates sebum.

— Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 24 June 2026

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Edinburgh, a city of dramatic landscapes and rich culture, shines during its renowned August festivals, transforming into a global stage for arts and culinary delights.

— Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
The store also offers tailoring and alterations, shoe shines, monogramming, engraving, eyebrow waxing and so much more.

— New York Times, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Definition of shines

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At a time when Erdogan is struggling to resolve the country's growing economic problems, responding to Netanyahu's statements harshly scores points domestically and burnishes his strong leader image.

— Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
The contract, further enmeshing JPMorgan with a dominant tech player, burnishes the bank’s reputation as a leader in American finance.

— Hugh Son,Leslie Picker,Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2026

Definition of burnishes

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The PowerPaste polishes and protects more delicate surfaces, while the Tangerine Clean is more abrasive for serious scrubbing.

— Brittany VanDerBill, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026
Through processing that polishes the individual wool fibers, the technology allows wool to have more luster, a softer hand feel, drape and elastic recovery.

— Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 22 June 2026

Definition of polishes

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Regardless, men behaving in a repulsed or shocked way when a man dresses feminine or in women’s clothing is homophobic.

— Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 22 July 2026
Case in point, the Organic Cotton Relaxed Oxford Shirt, which stylist Nicole Chavez, who dresses Witherspoon, handpicked in her cool-girl summer capsule.

— Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 20 July 2026

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