as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a striking beauty with sleek raven hair
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Recent Examples of sleek
Diana Pearl, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
The sleek silhouette pairs easily with everything from dresses to trousers, and the metallic stripes add just enough interest without losing that neutral, goes-with-everything feel.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 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
From classic, fairy-tale ball gowns to modern designs and sleek silhouettes, check out some of the most scene-stealing prom dresses seen on-screen.
—Diana Pearl, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
The sleek silhouette pairs easily with everything from dresses to trousers, and the metallic stripes add just enough interest without losing that neutral, goes-with-everything feel.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 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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This approach allows other design elements, like furniture and decor, to stand out while maintaining a harmonious and polished aesthetic.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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In Mayfair, amid art galleries, private clubs, and five-star addresses, a new ritual is playing out behind noren curtains and polished doors.—
Rachel Ingram,
Robb Report,
10 May 2026
Verb
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Anika Reed Latin music superstar Maluma opted for a dapper Tom Ford suit with his hair slicked back into a bun, blowing USA TODAY a kiss before exiting the carpet.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
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Her hair was wet and slicked back with her ends hidden under a sculptural Maison Margiela Artisanal gown.—
Essence,
Essence,
5 May 2026
Adjective
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Silky cubes of tofu and tender ground pork in a glossy sauce with a subtle heat, more driven by black pepper than the lurid red chilis that swam alongside.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
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After New Year’s our mother dumps it, with all the glossy families and chirpy letters, in the trash.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 May 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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Marcloid may often employ the sonic language of misery and darkness, but her glistening synths, rubbery rhythms, and radioactive colors transform a raging storm into an expression of radiant, high-definition joy.—
Reed Jackson,
SPIN,
8 May 2026
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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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“Sleek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleek. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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