levigated

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  1. refined
  2. velvety
  3. smooth
  4. reduced
Adjective
  • According to the company, for the new campaign, JC-T embodies the sleeker side of London style, one that’s modern, refined and individual.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Jet fuel has risen even faster than oil during the war, reflecting both higher crude prices and tight supplies of the refined fuel that is one of airlines’ largest operating expenses.
    — Rio Yamat, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of refined
Adjective
  • The ensemble, loosely based on a design from Saint Laurent’s fall 2017 ready-to-wear collection, per Chali’s stylist Chris Horan, was crafted with a velvety fabric and a sheer element at the bust for a sensual edge.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The classic is a plush fleece with a velvety soft feel, while the luxe style is double-lined with faux sherpa for heavier warmth.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of velvety
Adjective
  • It’s equipped with a cushioned running belt and shock-absorbing pads for smooth walks.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2026
  • But the nucleus increased in volume, and the nucleolus — a structure involved in producing ribosomes — became smoother.
    — Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of smooth
Adjective
  • If a community decides the potential benefits of such a project (jobs and reduced taxes, for example) outweigh its costs, the municipality should be able to move forward.
    — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Backers of the measure say the parks department provides an essential safety net for the city’s low-income residents, offering summer camps, sports activities and senior programs for free or at reduced prices.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026
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“Levigated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/levigated. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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