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polishing off

verb

present participle of polish off

as in pecking (at)

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An unstimulated whole saliva flow test measures saliva production while a person is not eating or chewing.

— Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2026
Many scientists believe the drug’s primary neuroactive alkaloid, called arecoline, is only noticeable after chewing betel nuts processed with slaked lime.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 10 Sep. 2026

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Andres Chaparro, Jacob Young, Keibert Ruiz and Daylen Lile have been above-average everyday bats who are finishing strong.

— Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
The company frames itself as a global creative talent and post-production studio focuses on editorial, color, VFX and finishing for brands, agencies, studios, networks, and artists.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 14 Sep. 2026

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