1
as in glossy
having a shiny surface or finish
satin paint
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2
as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the satin petals of a rose
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Recent Examples of sat in
Shanon Maglente and Cailey Lindberg, Good Housekeeping, 17 Nov. 2022
But no one loves the eye-catching arm candy as much as Balenciaga disciple Kim Kardashian, whose commitment to Demna’s vision frequently involves her wiggling into full-look stretch-satin to realize her street-style art.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2022
Other options on our list of the best down alternative comforters use a lyocell shell, which has a more satin-y texture than cotton or polyester but possesses similar breathable properties.
—Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2023
Nominated for best supporting actress in a musical-comedy or drama television series, Debicki paired the satin frock with a delicate diamond collar courtesy of Dior Fine Jewlery.
—Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2023
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Verb
The experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute voted this pair the best value satin pajamas in their tests.
—Shanon Maglente and Cailey Lindberg, Good Housekeeping, 17 Nov. 2022
But no one loves the eye-catching arm candy as much as Balenciaga disciple Kim Kardashian, whose commitment to Demna’s vision frequently involves her wiggling into full-look stretch-satin to realize her street-style art.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2022
Other options on our list of the best down alternative comforters use a lyocell shell, which has a more satin-y texture than cotton or polyester but possesses similar breathable properties.
—Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2023
Nominated for best supporting actress in a musical-comedy or drama television series, Debicki paired the satin frock with a delicate diamond collar courtesy of Dior Fine Jewlery.
—Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sat in
Adjective
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There are no massive resorts or glossy beach clubs (yet), and prices are much lower.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Standing out in the five-bedroom, eight-bath spread, which clocks in at 22 feet wide and 7,500 square feet across six levels, is a double-height living room boasting terracotta pavers sealed in a glossy black epoxy, a wet bar, and floor-to-ceiling industrial windows trimmed in a deep red shade.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Certain brands may also have a dryer texture versus a silky, creamier one.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
10 July 2025
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The matching tennis necklace feels silky smooth and comfortable on the skin.—
Kate Matthams,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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And so while polished OS betas that are clearly for public use are one thing, don’t stretch the point too far.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Her main forte has always been advertising, and an ability to leverage a large network built over 30 years at NBCU and Turner with a tenacious but polished business approach.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
11 July 2025
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These attempts to reshape the narrative around China’s actions go way beyond cultural soft power.—
Isabelle Mayault,
The Dial,
8 July 2025
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For ultimate comfort, the loveseat and chairs also include 3.9-inch foam cushions wrapped in soft cotton.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Don’t miss out on Beats headphones that come in sleek colors, Peepers reading glasses for as little as $8, and the ever-popular Ninja Creami during Amazon Prime Day 2025.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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Amazon $79 Nothing Nothing's Ear (a) (8/10, WIRED Recommends) deliver AirPods Pro-like sound in fun Pikachu-yellow with comfy silicone tips, plus a sleek charging case rarely seen at this price.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
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