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as in accomplishment
a high level of taste and enlightenment as a result of extensive intellectual training and exposure to the arts
acquired a great deal of polish during his year abroad
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as in gleam
brightness created by light reflected from a surface
buffed the silver plate to a high polish
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as in to rub
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 to finish
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 polish
Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
There was even some shoe polish left on the leather, Saldo said.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 20 June 2025
Suwanna Gauntlett Upjohn, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Most people think stand-up comics spend decades polishing their act to get good at telling jokes.
—Nate Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2025
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Noun
Pajama dressing made a strong return, reimagined with polish by Sacai, Dries Van Noten and Ami.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
There was even some shoe polish left on the leather, Saldo said.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 20 June 2025
Verb
Other procedures like polishing restorations, ceramic crowns, using elastics, orthodontic appliances, and so on can generate particles.
—Suwanna Gauntlett Upjohn, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Most people think stand-up comics spend decades polishing their act to get good at telling jokes.
—Nate Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polish
Noun
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More precisely, the guest list was a delicate trigonometric reflection of the couple’s affections with a very strong quotient of the regard in which the business accomplishments of the groom are held.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The accomplishment follows a recent winning streak for the 28-year-old company, which has spent the last decade expanding outside its home bases in Louisiana and Texas.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
Noun
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Fitzgerald understood this long before multidistrict litigation was a gleam in a judge’s eye.—
Aron Solomon
June 24,
Literary Hub,
24 June 2025
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The wooden floors of the 129-year-old building gleam with fresh polish.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
Verb
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While the two were embracing, Hughes gently rubbed Siwa's belly, fueling the pregnancy rumors.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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That reportedly rubbed him the wrong way and paved the path for his departure from Phoenix this offseason.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
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Good gaming chops and an intuitive Google TV interface finish the deal for a great buy.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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The Heat finished 21st in offensive rating last season, ninth in defensive rating.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Although the tools were small, the authors state that this is not synonymous with a lack of refinement.—
Jack Knudson,
Discover Magazine,
3 July 2025
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This one, sold by Lulu and Georgia, has a vintage air that will make your room reek of refinement.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Set in San Francisco in the early 1990s, this coming-of-age novel shines with a heady, nostalgic glow while never ignoring reality.—
Connie Ogle,
Boston Herald,
10 July 2025
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Giambattista Valli—fresh off receiving the title of Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters from the French government—basked in the glow of both the honor and an exceptional runway show.—
Ian Malone,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
Verb
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These pre-soaked exfoliating pads use gentle lactic acid and the brand’s Tri-Enzyme technology to smooth rough patches, fade dark spots, and give your skin that post-facial glow.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
8 July 2025
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The lion's mane mushroom extract helps smooth any sharp edges from the THC for a mellow Friday night buzz that's perfect for zoning out with a movie.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Investigators are seeking permission to exchange information between the police department and medical examiner's office to complete the work.—
Elena Santa Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
12 July 2025
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Kentucky Transportation Cabinet officials said work crews will complete a full replacement of the bridge expansion joints at mile marker 135.6 to improve safety, also helping to prevent potholes and reduce future maintenance closures.—
Marina Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
11 July 2025
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“Polish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polish. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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