levigated

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  1. refined
  2. velvety
  3. smooth
  4. reduced
Adjective
  • Dangote’s pursuit of an IPO comes amid the expansion of its 650,000-barrel per day plant, which has become the main domestic supplier of refined fuels to the Nigerian market, as well as exporting jet fuel to Europe.
    — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Ian Patterson, Sierra Canyon, quarterback, sophomore Patterson is a left-handed dual threat with refined touch.
    — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of refined
Adjective
  • Every room is outfitted with French-favorite Malongo coffee machines, Atelier Cologne bath products, velvety robes and slippers, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The pear here adds an element of freshness, while vanilla adds warmth, shifting the scent from powdery to soft, velvety, and skin-like.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of velvety
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  • This is the one to look at when the ride involves more than smooth campus pavement.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Blend until smooth; taste and season with more salt if needed.
    — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of smooth
Adjective
  • Sunday’s 202km stage from Monaco to Manosque was expected to finish in a reduced bunch sprint, but was hilly enough for a breakaway to be given encouragement.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The district’s memo said its goals aren’t around less technology, but are centered on using these tools in the most effective ways with clear goals and reduced distractions.
    — Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 21 Aug. 2026
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