as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a striking beauty with sleek raven hair
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as in to slick
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Recent Examples of sleek
Edward Segarra, USA Today, 24 June 2025
Whether minimal and sleek or clad in embellishments to make a scintillating statement, black midi, mini, and maxi dresses never fail for timeless chic.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 June 2025
Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 28 Feb. 2025
Consider it your ticket to sleek, healthy hair without the guilt of potential heat damage.
—Maria Correa, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
For their Kids' Choice Awards appearance, Casie was dolled up in a strapless bubblegum pink dress, while Kelly kept things sleek in an all-black romper and matching boots.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 24 June 2025
Whether minimal and sleek or clad in embellishments to make a scintillating statement, black midi, mini, and maxi dresses never fail for timeless chic.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 June 2025
Verb
The nominees in this year’s acting categories have lived in properties ranging from sprawling rural estates to sleek, Hollywood houses.
—Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 28 Feb. 2025
Consider it your ticket to sleek, healthy hair without the guilt of potential heat damage.
—Maria Correa, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
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Related Story For a more elevated aesthetic, Dotto notes they can also be worn raw or given a light wash to evoke the polished sophistication of formalwear.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
18 June 2025
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There’s also concern that kids are becoming self-conscious earlier, pressured to present a polished image both on and offline.—
Dia Gallo,
Parents,
17 June 2025
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Hadid, 30, kept it chic but casual in a white tee with silver pants, a light wash denim jacket, chain necklace and sneakers, with her blonde hair slicked back in a bun.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
14 June 2025
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Her hair was slicked back into a bun, which was tucked under the brim.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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For those looking to lock in shine post-wash, Mise En Scene’s Perfect Super Rich Serum delivers a glossy finish without a trace of greasiness.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
19 June 2025
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Her memorable ads became a mainstay on television and in glossy magazines.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
17 June 2025
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According to Richie, her new chop was a result of hair damage from keratin treatments, which uses chemicals to smooth frizzy or curly hair.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
27 June 2025
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Offering a civic-minded channel devoted to displaying democracy in action helped smooth the path for the pay TV industry’s expansion.—
Stephen Battaglio,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2025
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“Sleek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleek. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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