as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a striking beauty with sleek raven hair
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Recent Examples of sleek
Chris McMullen, Space.com, 2 May 2026
Choose from a dozen colorways to best suit her style, whether minimal and sleek or eclectic and curated.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2025
From supportive running sneakers to sleek pairs for lunch dates and travel, there’s a shoe for everyone in this sale.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025
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Adjective
As cool as Lego's previous model of The Mandalorian's N-1 starfighter was, this sleek, super-powered vessel deserved better.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 2 May 2026
Choose from a dozen colorways to best suit her style, whether minimal and sleek or eclectic and curated.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
Verb
The accessory departments are packed with goodies, as well, from Adidas Sambas to sleek black flats, depending on your mood.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2025
From supportive running sneakers to sleek pairs for lunch dates and travel, there’s a shoe for everyone in this sale.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleek
Adjective
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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
Verb
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When hunger hits, chef Aaron Bludorn’s Perseid (one of Bon Appétit’s Best New Restaurants of 2025) delivers—linger over a golden-hour dinner of duck frites slicked with chili-mango glaze and a martini at the bar.—
Carrie Honaker,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2026
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The alcohol-free formula is gentle on baby hairs, while effectively slicking them down all day.—
Danielle James,
Allure,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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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
Verb
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The complementary conditioner dials up the moisture with shea butter, murumuru butter, and amino acids to smooth and strengthen—leaving hair soft, bouncy, and ready for styling.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
28 Apr. 2026
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Its benefits span from firming and lift to smoothing texture and tone.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The entry foyer, with its vaulted ceiling and glistening floor, is welcoming and impressive.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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The simple gym room is equipped with an elliptical, a couple treadmills, and weight-lifting systems, all with views of a glistening tributary of the Cubango River that flows through the property.—
Samantha Falewée,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Sleek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleek. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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