subedit

verb

Definition of subeditnext
as in to touch up

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subedit
  1. touch up
  2. read
  3. perfect
  4. polish
  5. sub
  6. edit
Verb
  • Better yet, its blurring benefits remain intact for hours post-application, nixing the need to touch up throughout the day.
    — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 17 June 2026
  • Her sister Justine Cushing, an interior designer who worked with Sister Parish, has touched up the space over the years while adhering to the muted colors of the original palette.
    — Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 30 May 2026
Definition of touch up
Verb
  • That is a huge example that the writer of the Gospel of Mark read Homer.
    — John Blake, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Alright, read on for some hints and clues for today’s Wordle, plus today’s Bonus Wordle.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of read
Verb
  • Partnering with companies in specialized domains enables Qolab to focus on its core competency of perfecting low-noise, high-yield superconducting QPUs.
    — Paul Smith-Goodson, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Gigi Hadid brought her straight-leg jeans to Paris, perfecting the art of the elusive, supermodel off-duty look while running between shows at Couture Week.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 20 July 2026
Definition of perfect
Verb
  • No matter what’s on your summer calendar, strappy sandals instantly polish any outfit.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026
  • For deeper etching, a polishing compound and pad may restore the finish.
    — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 25 July 2026
Definition of polish
Verb
  • Just like your coach in middle school would do if a player turned the ball over in practice, Mafah was subbed out.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026
  • Good morning, Alexei Oreskovic here today, subbing in for Andrew.
    — Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 29 July 2026
Definition of sub
Verb
  • Now in the spotlight, the case has stoked outrage and concern in China especially after a tightening of rules in the wake of another scandal – the revelation in 2018 that babies had been born from embryos gene-edited by Chinese scientist He Jiankui.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
  • Here are highlights of the conversation, edited for length and clarity.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
Definition of edit
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“Subedit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subedit. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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