retouched

Definition of retouchednext
past tense of retouch

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for retouched
Verb
  • Sleek for the office, polished for church, and comfy for everyday wear, this tank top is fit for any occasion.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
  • This linen style is light and breathable yet polished enough for dressy dinners, strolling along the beach, or exploring the city.
    Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • This interview has been edited and condensed, but the full version is available on the 12 Questions Podcast.
    Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
  • The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The patriotic ethos of Cold War–era public schools reinforced his sense of American ideals.
    Peter S. Canellos, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2026
  • When aligned with purpose and executed with thoughtfulness, the brand experience becomes a living ecosystem, constantly reinforced by meaningful interactions.
    Terri Liebler, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Authorities initially reported 63,300 people could vote Monday but later revised down the figure.
    ABC News, ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
  • But the New York Times, which challenged the policy, quickly returned to court after Hegseth’s team revised that policy with even tighter access to the complex.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Ashley isn’t that much brighter, but her instincts are well-honed to a fault.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Ahmed’s electrifying turn illuminates the text, carefully honed by Lesslie.
    Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • In a text message, Bhojani said he is being fined and did not testify.
    Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Devastating Pyrotechnics employed the seven people who died in the explosion and was fined more than $200,000 by Cal-Osha for workplace safety violations.
    Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Instagram user Namaskaar reworked a popular hymn to appeal to Modi to use his friendship with Netanyahu to resolve India's fuel crunch.
    Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026
  • The pair reworked the bones of the original film, which is best remembered approaching its 30th anniversary as a low-budget fever dream starring Clint Howard as a traumatized former psych patient who turns human flesh into refreshing treats.
    Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • At the same time, the increasingly visual nature of modern life—especially on social media—has intensified how weddings are experienced.
    Sara Radin, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2026
  • At the same time, Israel intensified its attacks on the Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon, hitting commercial and residential areas in Beirut.
    Bassem Mroue, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
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“Retouched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retouched. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.

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