SMARTENING Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

smartening

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present participle of smarten

as in brightening

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From low pH water toners to milkier formulas packed with brightening ingredients like rice extract—consider these picks as formulas that set the canvas for a supple complexion.

— Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2026
The fragrance-free formula contains hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, which are the best lightweight, skin-brightening humectants for hydrating parched skin.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 28 Aug. 2026

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As the moon and Venus align, beautifying your surroundings becomes your top priority.

— USA TODAY, USA Today, 16 Aug. 2026
Local Color, which has grown dramatically in its 11-year history, connects artists with creative opportunities (like many of the murals beautifying San Jose), as well as running workshops, providing studio space and exhibition galleries.

— Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026

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Kathmandu, Nepal — Two people have been rescued from a tunnel in Nepal and voices have been heard, nine days after massive flash floods and landslides hit the Nepal-China border trapping hundreds of workers inside multiple Himalayan energy projects.

— Bhadra Sharma, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
Alternatively, a short bootie is a closet staple and offers protection from the elements without trapping heat around your calves.

— Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 3 Sep. 2026

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