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as in glistening
having a shiny surface or finish
the satiny short coat of an Arabian horse
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as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
a lovely satiny fabric that feels so good next to the skin
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Recent Examples of satiny
This one’s accompanied by satiny potato purée, and the sauce comes from one of two pots in which the week’s bones simmer all day and night.
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Lindsey Tramuta Thibault Montamat, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2023
If a demi-shine, satiny finish is more your speed, then swipe on a coat of Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lipstick.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2023
As the children ran around the Playa Vista park on Sunday morning, their satiny red qipaos, or traditional Chinese dresses, signaled that this was no ordinary day.
—Helen Lipodcast Producer, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2023
The silhouette came down the runway in shiny ivory hue and a shiny black option as well, made all the more balletic with lacy and satiny bows.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Lindsey Tramuta Thibault Montamat, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2023
If a demi-shine, satiny finish is more your speed, then swipe on a coat of Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lipstick.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2023
As the children ran around the Playa Vista park on Sunday morning, their satiny red qipaos, or traditional Chinese dresses, signaled that this was no ordinary day.
—Helen Lipodcast Producer, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2023
The silhouette came down the runway in shiny ivory hue and a shiny black option as well, made all the more balletic with lacy and satiny bows.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satiny
Adjective
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The ridiculously nourishing formula leaves you glistening but never greasy, with the coconut, açai, and brazil nut oils restoring suppleness to a level that pleased our testers as much as its tropical, coconutty scent and mess-free pump.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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What can any of us make of our momentary intimate lives in such an immense world, with equally immense unknowns, mysteries as great as death or the whale, as deep as love or the ocean, as sad and beautiful as a jellyfish torn and glistening in a small fortress of shore rock?—
Natalie Diaz
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Styled by Dani Michelle, the Rhode founder has shown a penchant for silky Tom Ford-era Gucci and buttery Saint Laurent blazers, clingy Mugler dresses and sweet Donna Karan sets.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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Your gift recipient will love lounging in bed with these smooth and almost silky sheets from Target.—
Brandi Fuller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Encased in a glossy synth-pop tune, producers Max Martin and Shellback lace the lyrics with a melody as addictive as a narcotic, hooking listeners from the start.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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The amphibian slip-ons, crafted in glossy green rubber with bulging eyes perched across the vamp, were first introduced at JW Anderson’s fall 2023 menswear show in Milan.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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In the Instagram video, Swift directed her Showgirl persona while sporting an oversized blazer, a black tank top, and crossover waist wide-leg jeans — three polished staples that are so smart to have on hand for fall.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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The bestselling mule also got some colorful updates in polished patent.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Take the front row, for example, where Russell was fitted with medium tires and Verstappen was on soft tires.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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These unique washcloths only need water to remove makeup like foundation, concealer, and blush, and are soft and gentle enough to wipe away stubborn mascara, eyeliner, and eyeshadow around the delicate eye area.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Oct. 2025
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The hardware on this model is sleeker than earlier Scribes too.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Turkish yard’s halls are currently at capacity with other bespoke builds, with a sleek 164-foot coupé project expected to launch in October and a 197-foot tri-deck due to hit the water before the end of the year.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Satiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satiny. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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