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as in facilitates
to free from obstruction or difficulty
a willingness to compromise will smooth the way to an early agreement
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as in flattens
to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps
the workers smoothed the surface of the concrete before letting it dry
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as in rubs
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
used fine sandpaper to smooth the face of the wood
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Recent Examples of smooths
Protease, a gentle enzyme, smooths texture and helps strengthen the moisture barrier so skin stays bouncier, less reactive, and better hydrated.
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
That’s thanks to glycolic acid, which smooths the hair cuticle to reduce frizz, plus hydrating hyaluronic acid suspended in a nourishing yet lightweight oil base.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Jan. 2026
At the same time, this design element slims and smooths the waist, so not only is the denim an optical illusion, but so is the sculpting panel.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
Spanx’s signature 360-degree panel smooths and supports through the tummy and waist for a flattering fit, and even eliminates waistband folding—ideal for a long-haul flight.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
The band smooths everything out perfectly.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
This Vanishing Back Full Coverage Bra smooths your back and sides for a seamless fit under tops.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025
These pants are available in a petite-friendly 29-inch inseam and feature a wide contour waistband that smooths you out.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
The Libra moon meeting Venus smooths everything over.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025
Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
That’s thanks to glycolic acid, which smooths the hair cuticle to reduce frizz, plus hydrating hyaluronic acid suspended in a nourishing yet lightweight oil base.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Jan. 2026
At the same time, this design element slims and smooths the waist, so not only is the denim an optical illusion, but so is the sculpting panel.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
Spanx’s signature 360-degree panel smooths and supports through the tummy and waist for a flattering fit, and even eliminates waistband folding—ideal for a long-haul flight.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
The band smooths everything out perfectly.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
This Vanishing Back Full Coverage Bra smooths your back and sides for a seamless fit under tops.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025
These pants are available in a petite-friendly 29-inch inseam and feature a wide contour waistband that smooths you out.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
The Libra moon meeting Venus smooths everything over.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smooths
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Notably, a 2025 study published in Nature Communications observed that baleen whale migration (including gray whales) facilitates the transportation of essential nutrients — from their placenta, carcasses and even their urea — between polar feeding grounds and tropical breeding areas.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Today, the organization facilitates strategic philanthropy and charitable giving in the region’s Jewish community and beyond.—
Meg Townsend,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Jan. 2026
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His visual approach, however, flattens the ensuing emotional layers.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2026
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Fatigue that flattens whole weekends.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
6 Jan. 2026
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This might happen because antler rubs strip bark away, revealing lignin-rich inner wood that reemits the longer wavelengths in a way bark does not.—
Anirban Mukhopadhyay,
Scientific American,
21 Jan. 2026
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Unfortunately, Martin’s blunt and borderline rude bedside manner rubs the quirky, needy locals the wrong way, including schoolteacher Louisa Gavin (Abigail Spencer).—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
21 Jan. 2026
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Parker Lee was a new addition in season 3 as Mac's roomie — and an eventual victim of the campus rapist who attacks female students and shaves their heads.—
Sezin Koehler,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Jan. 2026
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Hockey players cut more, so Emmet shaves deeper.—
Blair Braverman,
Outside,
22 Dec. 2025
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In another, Kelly’s character polishes the massive rock on a seat cushion, then lies back to admire it.—
Rachel Garrahan,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2026
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Designed in tandem with the brand’s existing DIY gel system, Olive & June’s Builder Gel polishes (retailing for $12 each) are thicker in texture than traditional gel polish, creating a strong, supportive barrier to help grow your natural nails.—
Jacqueline Kilikita,
Refinery29,
22 Jan. 2026
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Participants are encouraged to bring their own shovel, gloves, and rakes as limited tools will be provided at the event.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
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Owners often need to brush them weekly, if not daily, during peak shedding seasons, with coat rakes or shedding tools recommended to keep tangles at bay.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
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Acura gave Teggy trims its top-level nine-inch infotainment screen with very seamless and no-nonsense software, standard wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, two USB-C outlets and a wireless phone charger.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes.com,
19 Jan. 2026
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To keep my beard looking attractive, a hairstylist trims it every two weeks.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
24 Dec. 2025
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Unlike heavier foundations that can settle into fine lines or emphasize texture, this lightweight formula delivers sheer coverage that evens skin tone while doubling as daily sun protection, too.—
Olivia Cefalu,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, collagen, and sodium hyaluronate (a sister to hyaluronic acid), the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
27 Nov. 2025
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“Smooths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smooths. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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