variants
also mat
or matt
as in flat
lacking a surface luster or gloss
I chose a paint with a matte finish so the walls wouldn't be too shiny
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Recent Examples of matte
But unlike most matte lip products, this viral formula doesn't feel drying on the lips, courtesy of a whole host of skin-loving ingredients such as vitamin E, cotton seed oil, green tea oil and mango oil.
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Denise Primbet, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
This powder product brings a semi-matte finish to the skin, smoothing out your imperfections.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024
The Color Fetish hydrating lip stain goes on glossy but slowly transforms into a semi-matte look that will last up to eight hours.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 12 Nov. 2024
The mechanical properties of Exo-Glove Poly were verified with a healthy subject through a wrap grasp experiment using a mat-type pressure sensor and an under-actuation performance experiment with a specialized test set-up.
—Erico Guizzo, IEEE Spectrum, 20 May 2016
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Denise Primbet, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
This powder product brings a semi-matte finish to the skin, smoothing out your imperfections.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024
The Color Fetish hydrating lip stain goes on glossy but slowly transforms into a semi-matte look that will last up to eight hours.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 12 Nov. 2024
The mechanical properties of Exo-Glove Poly were verified with a healthy subject through a wrap grasp experiment using a mat-type pressure sensor and an under-actuation performance experiment with a specialized test set-up.
—Erico Guizzo, IEEE Spectrum, 20 May 2016
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matte
Adjective
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The garden workspace offers ample room to plant seedlings, mix soil, and organize tools with its flat work surface, drawer, hooks, and shelf.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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Anderson is here for the melodrama, the special lessons and the climaxes that fall flat.—
Jessica Lipsky,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Sitting at a red light, a red SUV and a gray pickup truck were waiting to go until both fell instantly as the road collapsed.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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Johnson, 63, stands well above six feet tall, and his chin is ringed by a grey goatee.—
Brent Rose,
Outside,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The back-and-forth between Archie and Katie is exhausting, and the politics of academia, including budget changes and the revolving door of faculty and staff, are rather dull.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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Cold temperatures dull flavors and aromas—meaning your drink just won't be as full-flavored as one poured at room temperature or served over ice.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Satellite imagery from Planet Labs, viewed by TWZ, showed black smoke covering most of the base, making a complete analysis of the damage impossible.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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Dozens of people accompanied the funeral procession, many carrying black umbrellas on a sunny day and with a band playing Mexican regional music known as banda.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Though the system managed only a dim glow, Lorna was still grateful for the flick of a switch rather than the toil of refilling oil lamps and trimming candles.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Mar. 2026
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For Kaine and his allies, the immediate prospects are dim.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The design stands out for its sumptuous silk fabric in pale pink, with a strapless neckline and balloon drop below the hip.—
Luz García,
Glamour,
1 Mar. 2026
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Cheerwine added to a classic white cake mix creates a pale pink crumb that tastes of almond extract and mild cherry.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Labrum presented a global outlook with block-print denim suits and dark wash denim coordinates embellished with oversized brooches and unconventional hardware.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Mar. 2026
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For best results, use a dark or espresso roast, use the smallest cup setting available and use the strongest brew setting.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Matte.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matte. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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