sleeks

verb

present tense third-person singular of sleek
as in smooths

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleeks
  1. smooths
  2. slicks
  3. shines
  4. coats
  5. burnishes
  6. rubs
  7. polishes
  8. buffs
Verb
  • They’re made from stretchy, buttery-soft fabric that smooths the tummy area and moves with you.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026
  • The jeans have a soft touch and are enhanced with the brand’s Sculpted Slimming Technology that smooths and lifts.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 22 July 2026
Definition of smooths
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  • To bring the trend to her lips, Stewart slicks them with a coat of Armani Beauty liquid eyeshadow.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2026
  • The Shea Moisture Define & Shine Edge Gel slicks my edges back without snatching them to hell.
    — Kayla Greaves, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
Definition of slicks
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  • Edinburgh, a city of dramatic landscapes and rich culture, shines during its renowned August festivals, transforming into a global stage for arts and culinary delights.
    — Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • The store also offers tailoring and alterations, shoe shines, monogramming, engraving, eyebrow waxing and so much more.
    — New York Times, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of shines
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  • They’re formed when a grain of grit enters an oyster’s shell, and the mollusk coats that irritant with layer after layer of nacre.
    — ByKaren R. McDaniel, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Bring to a low boil, then cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 more minutes until the sauce coats the chicken bites.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 19 July 2026
Definition of coats
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  • At a time when Erdogan is struggling to resolve the country's growing economic problems, responding to Netanyahu's statements harshly scores points domestically and burnishes his strong leader image.
    — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
  • The contract, further enmeshing JPMorgan with a dominant tech player, burnishes the bank’s reputation as a leader in American finance.
    — Hugh Son,Leslie Picker,Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2026
Definition of burnishes
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  • Edward rubs his lamb with turmeric, Aleppo chile powder, salt and pepper.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
  • The nurse rubs circles on her lower back, clucking at the struggle of turning the pregnant body to the side like a lopsided gourd.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 25 June 2026
Definition of rubs
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  • The PowerPaste polishes and protects more delicate surfaces, while the Tangerine Clean is more abrasive for serious scrubbing.
    — Brittany VanDerBill, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026
  • Through processing that polishes the individual wool fibers, the technology allows wool to have more luster, a softer hand feel, drape and elastic recovery.
    — Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
Definition of polishes
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  • The five-part docuseries, directed by Brian Knappenberger with Tom Hanks as executive producer, offers novice history buffs an extensive look into the establishment of American democracy.
    — Kalia Richardson, USA Today, 24 June 2026
  • Combined with lactic acid, this treatment buffs out wrinkles, increases collagen, and regulates sebum.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 24 June 2026
Definition of buffs
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