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Recent Examples of lacquer
The jury is still out on whether pork ribs lacquered in lemongrass barbecue sauce provide spiritual enlightenment, but the tender meat is a master class in balancing sweet and savory.
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Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 May 2025
The finish on the paneling had all but dissolved with age so the firm opted to lacquer the paneling in a lighter color for a cheerier atmosphere.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2025
That space is anchored by a big blue table, lacquered in Japanese urushi by artist Jo Nagasaka.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
The chicken wings could be the best of the bunch, with crisp skin lacquered in a sweet and spicy brown sugar glaze.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
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Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 May 2025
The finish on the paneling had all but dissolved with age so the firm opted to lacquer the paneling in a lighter color for a cheerier atmosphere.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2025
That space is anchored by a big blue table, lacquered in Japanese urushi by artist Jo Nagasaka.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
The chicken wings could be the best of the bunch, with crisp skin lacquered in a sweet and spicy brown sugar glaze.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacquer
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The result is often rich, sensorial textures that rinse clean, boost elasticity and shine, and leave hair bouncy (not flat or coated).—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
26 Feb. 2026
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When you’re done, the surface should be coated with just a light touch of oil that adds to its shine without feeling greasy.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
26 Feb. 2026
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Like most ’80s metal heroes who briefly lost their way in the late ’90s, Megadeth have spent the 21st century varnishing their legacy with what’s tried and true, delivering eight LPs since 2001 that all basically sound the same.—
Eli Enis,
Pitchfork,
26 Jan. 2026
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Refinish the door with stain or varnish that matches the rest of the kitchen cabinet doors.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
11 Jan. 2026
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Is hair gloss or glaze better for natural hair?—
Tessa Petak,
InStyle,
15 Feb. 2026
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In this cake’s glaze a touch of tahini balances the sweetness of the powdered sugar.—
Faye Levy,
Oc Register,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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Moore proved that less is more, highlighting her features with a glowing complexion, subtly contoured cheekbones, gloss on her lips, and not much else.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
13 Jan. 2026
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No one is competing for attention—the aesthetic leans East Coast understated luxury, with linen sets, oversized sun hats, and Hermès slides rather than logo-forward designer pieces—but most guests dress just polished enough to match the surrounding setting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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Make sure to use high-quality silver polish to avoid damaging it and have fine scratches removed, but be sure not to over-polish it.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Lacquer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacquer. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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