as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a striking beauty with sleek raven hair
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Recent Examples of sleek
New Atlas, 12 June 2026
Larger-format tiles may create a sleek appearance, but can become slippery in wet conditions.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 12 June 2026
Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
From ornate secretary desks to sleek mid-century tables, there are plenty of antique options to upgrade your work from home setup.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
The second generation of its 6-inch E Ink reader bring BOOX's innovative note-taking technology to the smaller screen, turning this gadget into not just a sleek portable library but a powerful planner and creative tool in its own right.
—New Atlas, 12 June 2026
Larger-format tiles may create a sleek appearance, but can become slippery in wet conditions.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 12 June 2026
Verb
And while she’s known for experimenting with her look — from waist-length neon wigs to sleek blunt bobs — Cardi has shown that her natural hair is full and long, stretching down her back.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
From ornate secretary desks to sleek mid-century tables, there are plenty of antique options to upgrade your work from home setup.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleek
Adjective
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Behind the polished facade of creator campaigns sits a workflow that is still largely manual.—
Vivian Toh,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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For example, using geometry and the longitudinal position of the home, the team angled the awning over the windows in the main living space so shade falls in front of the house in summer and moves deep into the living area in winter to heat the polished concrete floor.—
Noah Daly,
Idaho Statesman,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Naturally, Sombr relished the moment by slicking back his hair and wiping his eyeliner to end the song with a flourish.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
25 May 2026
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Amelia and Eliza slicked back their long blonde hair into coordinating ballerina buns, accessorizing with jeweled earrings from Sahag Arslanian.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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Reactions were otherwise subdued during the film—a life-like, but glossy depiction of the Iranian regime that struggled to keep audience attention.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
12 June 2026
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Beat on medium-high until thick, glossy, and room temperature, 4 to 6 minutes.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Its main ingredient, chebula, is a potent antioxidant that smooths and brightens skin.—
Christina Butan,
InStyle,
8 June 2026
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Add to the prepared baking pan and smooth into an even layer.—
Erin Merhar,
Southern Living,
7 June 2026
Adjective
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Glazed butter is a trend that combines the stunning shade with a chrome topper for a glistening look that's good enough to eat.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
11 June 2026
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Beef cheeks and tongues, Frenched racks of lamb, glistening hams, poulet de Bresse, and rabbits still with their heads, round eyes blinkless under long lashes frozen in the ice.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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“Sleek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleek. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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