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as in sleek
having a shiny surface or finish
she could see her face reflected in the polished hood of the car
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as in cultured
having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living
showing the polished manners of a cosmopolitan woman
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as in smoothed
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
you'll need to polish your shoes with a clean rag before the performance
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as in finished
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
once you polish the article a bit, it'll be ready to submit
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Recent Examples of polished
Nicol Natale, People.com, 10 May 2025
That said, there are ways to make this low-maintenance look feel polished.
—Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 9 May 2025
Bags, from the iconic Monogram to the new Miami Jacquard, take on a beachy yet polished feel, while the footwear range reimagines classic beach-ready silhouettes in unexpected fabrics.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 9 May 2025
In a nutshell, business casual attire involves styling polished workwear separates—like blazers, a dress shirt, and button-downs—with more casual pieces, such as sweaters, jeans, and even the odd T-shirt.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 7 May 2025
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Adjective
Shirtdresses are so polished thanks to the layer-friendly front buttons and collar.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 10 May 2025
That said, there are ways to make this low-maintenance look feel polished.
—Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 9 May 2025
Bags, from the iconic Monogram to the new Miami Jacquard, take on a beachy yet polished feel, while the footwear range reimagines classic beach-ready silhouettes in unexpected fabrics.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 9 May 2025
In a nutshell, business casual attire involves styling polished workwear separates—like blazers, a dress shirt, and button-downs—with more casual pieces, such as sweaters, jeans, and even the odd T-shirt.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polished
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Guests start outside on a heated patio with small bites before moving into a sleek dining room for a multi-course meal.—
Angela Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
21 May 2025
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Cattle dog mix Age: 4 years old Say hello to Orchid, a gorgeous girl with a sleek black coat, bright white accents, and a speckled belly that’s just begging for rubs.—
Trish Stinger,
Kansas City Star,
21 May 2025
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Yogurt is created with cultured bacteria and kefir with kefir grains (live cultures that ferment milk and multiply).—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
6 May 2025
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Molina presented herself as a successful entrepreneur, cultured and generous, and never hesitated to shower Ana with praise.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
1 May 2025
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Penn State has a 22-13-4 record this season and finished off Maine with a score of 5-1 before also taking down UConn 3-2 so far in the NCAA Tournament.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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Rory McIlroy was 4-under through 13 but finished even after double-bogeys on 15 and 17.—
Bob Spear,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Apr. 2025
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Think glossy oak flooring, coffered ceilings, and custom millwork.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 May 2025
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Jin pushes his signature style even further with Echo, his new 7-song EP, with emotional ballads and glossy rock moves that give him a chance to shine bright on his own, all open-hearted charm.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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Two highly modern, eminently civilized nations were plunged into chaos.—
Kelly McKinney,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2025
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International good faith, a sister of democracy, springs from the will of civilized nations of men to respect the rights and liberties of other nations of men.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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Beyond the booth, Washington is also an accomplished stage performer and on-camera host.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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What tethers the film to reality are the accomplished performances of Billy Barratt and Sora Wong, who make Andy and Piper achingly vulnerable and real.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
16 May 2025
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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Walking through, the materials transition from darker tones on the ground floor to lighter, more refined finishes upstairs.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
15 May 2025
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Talking with your health care providers about fluoride supplements to help ward off dental decay. Diet and dental hygiene Cavities are mainly caused by eating excess sugar and refined carbohydrates.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
14 May 2025
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“Polished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polished. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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