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Recent Examples of smarten
Blazers can smarten up even the simplest of looks.
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Alice Cary, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2021
This will not only smarten up the tree but, more importantly, also leave a small, clean wound that will heal more quickly.
—Washington Post, 7 July 2021
The real question is can NBA owners smarten up and become less greedy and give the finalists more than two months off before the start of a new season.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2021
Starting November 27, smarten up your home with savings on the Google Nest Hub ($49.98, originally $89.98, walmart.com), which features a seven-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and can do everything from tell you the weather to stream your favorite shows.
—Julianne Ross, CNN Underscored, 25 Nov. 2020
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Alice Cary, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2021
This will not only smarten up the tree but, more importantly, also leave a small, clean wound that will heal more quickly.
—Washington Post, 7 July 2021
The real question is can NBA owners smarten up and become less greedy and give the finalists more than two months off before the start of a new season.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2021
Starting November 27, smarten up your home with savings on the Google Nest Hub ($49.98, originally $89.98, walmart.com), which features a seven-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and can do everything from tell you the weather to stream your favorite shows.
—Julianne Ross, CNN Underscored, 25 Nov. 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for smarten
Verb
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This light color freshens a space with an easy-going breezy quality.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
26 May 2026
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Think an air purifier to freshen your space, a sleek cordless vacuum for tackling daily messes, and a plush cooling blanket for better sleep.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Layer recessed lights, sconces, and floor lamps to brighten low-light areas.—
Jody Garlock,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2026
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With continued use, the eye gel can help reduce crow’s feet and other fine lines around the eye area, smooth out under-eye bags, and even brighten up the area for a more awake-looking glow.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
2 June 2026
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The Self-Portrait gown shared the spotlight with Swarovski’s Created Diamonds Galaxy Collection, which Moore wore to accessorize her sapphire gown.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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Tuck the chiffon top into black slacks and accessorize with black sunglasses, pointed-toe shoes, and a belt.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
11 May 2026
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“Smarten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smarten. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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