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Recent Examples of Synonyms for smartened (up)
dressed up
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The study also noted that many of these companies guaranteed some news outlets would cover the press releases, and were essentially flooding the space with garbage crypto information dressed up to look like reliable news.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026 -
Chang Yun Maxi Sweater Wrap Dress With over 3,000 glowing reviews, the Chang Yun Maxi Sweater Wrap Dress has earned fan-favorite status among shoppers for its flattering and comfortable design, which can be easily dressed up or down.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Smartened (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smartened%20%28up%29. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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