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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
According to him, aging skin benefits from sheer, buildable pigments that layer smoothly, have true-to-skin undertones, and have a soft, satiny finish that’s neither flat nor glittery.
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026
The lightweight, black satiny nylon jacket featured ruched velvet stripes and a boned ruffle around the neck, a tie belt and a zip front.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
But instead, the combination of a satiny melody and his eventual hopefulness keeps us cheering.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
Long maturation sous voile, or under a veil of yeast, gives Vin Jaune a salty, earthen complexity, bold spice, and texture that’s satiny, even unctuous—perfect for rich soups and stews.
—Anna Lee C. Iijima, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Nov. 2025
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026
The lightweight, black satiny nylon jacket featured ruched velvet stripes and a boned ruffle around the neck, a tie belt and a zip front.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
But instead, the combination of a satiny melody and his eventual hopefulness keeps us cheering.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
Long maturation sous voile, or under a veil of yeast, gives Vin Jaune a salty, earthen complexity, bold spice, and texture that’s satiny, even unctuous—perfect for rich soups and stews.
—Anna Lee C. Iijima, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satiny
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As the doc’s creation Rocky (John Rivera), usually depicted as a glistening depiction of male beauty, appears here as a non-Adonis — a beefy, WWF-looking contender, in singlet and without a clue.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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Its four decks are decorated in sumptuous textiles, glistening marble, and deep colors accented with pops of gold—not to mention many replicas of Klimt’s work.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2026
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For a more budget-friendly pair that still looks elevated, the Ekouaer long-sleeve pajama set at Amazon is made of a silky-smooth material and comes in over a dozen colors.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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Lightly coated with oil and tossed occasionally in a searing hot skillet or wok, even tough beans turn silky, and ready to coat in a finishing blast of chiles.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2026
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The result is semimatte, not too glossy nor too drying, and there are 13 color offerings for every skin tone.—
Micaela English,
Glamour,
30 Apr. 2026
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The remote remains unchanged, a simple black rectangle with a glossy circular navigation pad near the top.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
29 Apr. 2026
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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
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The result will leave strands looking glossy and polished.—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
3 May 2026
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Poured terrazzo floors and rich hardwood run throughout, punctuated by polished concrete and expert millwork.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
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Sites that preserve soft-bodied organisms are even rarer because soft tissues decompose more easily, making these places especially useful for piecing together prehistoric ecosystems.—
Marlowe Starling,
Quanta Magazine,
1 May 2026
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Larsson and Pink have penned a postcard to their respective home countries while flexing the global soft power afforded, at least in part, by their international alliance.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
1 May 2026
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There is The Portrait’s sleek modern lines with industrial influences.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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Housed in the sleek, minimalist 40 mm case of its award-winning Streamliner, the piece pairs genuine mechanical ingenuity with a retro refit of one of sneaker culture’s most recognizable innovations.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
2 May 2026
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“Satiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satiny. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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