sleeking

present participle of sleek

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleeking
Verb
  • The second photo was noticeably different from the first, instead showing a recent image of heavy machinery smoothing gravel where lush green grass once grew.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
  • The jeans’ gap-proof waistband, stomach-smoothing technology, high-rise fit perfect for layering over bodysuits, and chic black hue.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • K-pop’s shining success is proof that cultural diversity and creativity are the greatest human potential — a force with no borders, no limit to growth.
    Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 29 Oct. 2025
  • With a spotlight shining on realistic performances and meticulous craftsmanship, The Witch is something of a cult classic on steroids.
    Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • At one point, convinced that one of the screenwriters who was on set polishing the script was leaking information to Weinstein, Scorsese rushed into the office and flung his desk out the window.
    Brent Lang, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Venus ends its Virgo run in your communication house, polishing your words with discernment.
    Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 5 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Bathroom Sinks and Mirrors Bathroom mirrors and sinks are quick to show signs of use over the course of a week, and rubbing them down will make all of the difference.
    Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Leave it on dirty spots for just a minute before rubbing residue away with a soft cloth.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The somber atmospherics and satisfying weightiness allowed Dudamel to show off his new ensemble’s soloists and sections, which have prepped for his arrival by burnishing their sonic gold.
    Justin Davidson, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Sharon details how this squad helps Anthropic’s business, too, burnishing its reputation as the AI lab that cares the most about AI safety and perhaps winning it a more receptive ear in the corridors of power.
    Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Confectioner's glaze, also known as shellac, can be made from lac-resin — a waxy, waterproof coating that the female lac bug produces for protection.
    Greta Cross, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
  • How To Get Rid Of Grease Stains For really oily, greasy stains, start by coating them with a layer of cornstarch or baking soda to soak up some of the grease.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • These provide enough force for buffing out scratches without further damaging the surface.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Instead, Bungie rolled out a TWAB last week that was nerfing player progression instead of buffing it.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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“Sleeking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleeking. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.

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