Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smarten (up)
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The small reception desk seems tight on space, but most employees are out in the lobby welcoming guests, straightening pillows in the waterfront lounge, and primping the magnificent flower arrangements anyway.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026 -
Plus, check out the rest of her hair primping routine and some more on-sale options to shop during the retailer's Big Spring Sale below.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Looking to doll up your collarbones instead?—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
7 Oct. 2025
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The store had to be closed for several days while volunteers set the dolls up for display, and only 25 shoppers could be allowed in at a time for viewing because of the dolls’ values.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Aug. 2025
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Kea are among the animals known to use tools, and in 2021 Bruce gained fame for employing a pebble to help preen himself.—
Elizabeth Anne Brown,
Scientific American,
20 Apr. 2026
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Give birds a place to preen by setting up a bird bath in your flower bed.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
9 Apr. 2026
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Event organizers asked participants to dress up in 1970s clothing to honor the 50th anniversary of AFRAM.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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The bottoms are simple and so easy, but can be dressed up for the office or a low-key night out in a way your favorite jorts can’t.—
Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
14 June 2026
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“Smarten (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smarten%20%28up%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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