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as in defeated
to achieve a victory over
a speed skater who consistently trimmed all his competition
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as in whipped
to defeat by a large margin
they trimmed our team by 40 points
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as in shaved
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
trimmed her bangs
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as in adorned
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
trim a tree for Christmas
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as in organized
to make neat
trimmed the shrubbery in order to enhance the house's curb appeal
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Recent Examples of trimmed
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026
Air drying your un-trimmed hair might feel flat and weighed down, making some of the features in your face feel out of proportion.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 30 May 2026
Even the trimmed figure dwarfs anything a comparable-stage technology company has ever committed to operational spending.
—Paulo Carvão, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
White was one of seven players used by Self in a trimmed rotation that resulted in four players in double-digit scoring and three players with eight points each.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 14 Jan. 2026
Each accommodation includes a trimmed Christmas tree, fireplace, and outdoor hot tub—ensuring comfort for couples or families settling in for a long winter’s night.
—Wendy O'Dea, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2025
Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 9 June 2026
The strap can be trimmed for a custom fit on smaller dogs or puppies.
—Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Klum was accompanied by her son Henry Samuel, who wore an equally striking sheer top trimmed with gigantic ruffles.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 8 June 2026
Don’t forget to keep your trees trimmed as well.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
New York has trimmed San Antonio’s lead from eight to three, all with Jalen Brunson on the bench with a knee issue.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 4 June 2026
The star of Texas barbeque is beef brisket, and Truth BBQ's version is a beauty, lightly trimmed in fat, falling apart at the touch, with a crunchy crust—all run through with a perfectly smokey flavor.
—Melissa Liebling-Goldberg, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
The multiple midfield options were trimmed by record Premier League appearances holder James Milner announcing his retirement on Monday at the age of 40.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Ferragamo interior design-darling Michele Bonan has gone for an fresh yet elegant mod-nautical look for the rooms; blue and white striped carpeting, cream headboards, curtains, and bedspreads trimmed in snappy navy, jazzy blue, and white checked chair coverings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Adjective
Prevent ant hills by maintaining trimmed grass, removing debris, tilling soil, and planting pest-repellent herbs like mint or basil.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026
Air drying your un-trimmed hair might feel flat and weighed down, making some of the features in your face feel out of proportion.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 30 May 2026
Even the trimmed figure dwarfs anything a comparable-stage technology company has ever committed to operational spending.
—Paulo Carvão, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
White was one of seven players used by Self in a trimmed rotation that resulted in four players in double-digit scoring and three players with eight points each.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 14 Jan. 2026
Each accommodation includes a trimmed Christmas tree, fireplace, and outdoor hot tub—ensuring comfort for couples or families settling in for a long winter’s night.
—Wendy O'Dea, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2025
Verb
Around 41% of employees say their companies trimmed management layers last year, according to Korn Ferry’s survey of 15,000 professionals worldwide.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 9 June 2026
The strap can be trimmed for a custom fit on smaller dogs or puppies.
—Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Klum was accompanied by her son Henry Samuel, who wore an equally striking sheer top trimmed with gigantic ruffles.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 8 June 2026
Don’t forget to keep your trees trimmed as well.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
New York has trimmed San Antonio’s lead from eight to three, all with Jalen Brunson on the bench with a knee issue.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 4 June 2026
The star of Texas barbeque is beef brisket, and Truth BBQ's version is a beauty, lightly trimmed in fat, falling apart at the touch, with a crunchy crust—all run through with a perfectly smokey flavor.
—Melissa Liebling-Goldberg, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
The multiple midfield options were trimmed by record Premier League appearances holder James Milner announcing his retirement on Monday at the age of 40.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Ferragamo interior design-darling Michele Bonan has gone for an fresh yet elegant mod-nautical look for the rooms; blue and white striped carpeting, cream headboards, curtains, and bedspreads trimmed in snappy navy, jazzy blue, and white checked chair coverings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trimmed
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Ronaldo is among the most famous, most decorated and wealthiest players ever to step on a soccer pitch.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
8 May 2026
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Australian authorities have arrested and charged the country's most decorated living soldier, Ben Roberts-Smith, 47, with five war crime murders allegedly committed during the war in Afghanistan.—
Elaine Mallon,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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New York City exploded with joy on Saturday night, with hundreds of thousands of people taking to the streets after the Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA finals.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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Jalen Brunson finished with 45 points as the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to earn their first title since 1973.—
Tim Reynolds,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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The combination of sugar snap peas and whipped tofu with a sizzling oil drizzle is a meatless stunner.—
Ellie Krieger,
Washington Post,
10 June 2026
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Merchants in fine suits rode in carriages or on sedan chairs while enslaved people lugging carts and crates wore dirty, threadbare clothing and could be publicly whipped or burned to death for misbehavior.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
9 June 2026
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The decision to move elections to November shaved several months off the existing terms of the mayor, vice mayor and commissioners.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2026
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Fermin’s second home run in as many days after going deep for the first time in 121 plate appearances briefly shaved the Padres’ deficit to 4-2 in the fifth inning.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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Lester’s, the hotel’s restaurant, will open in the annex next door in summer 2026, but a full breakfast is served daily in the cozy on-site bar adorned with nautical paintings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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Each chair was also adorned with a handmade fan to ward off the late afternoon heat, according to Italian media.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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Nichols organized a day where 26 volunteers came together to replace American tattered and torn flags with brand new ones, including David and Sue Hornbrook's torn flag.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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The demonstration, which had been previously organized by a hodgepodge of activist groups after weeks of negotiations with local authorities, was otherwise peaceful — with environmentalists, women’s rights advocates, supporters of Palestinians and foes of imperialism, fascism and capitalism.—
Jamey Keaten,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Elegant, refined, and spacious for its prime location, Portrait Firenze's 37 rooms and suites are all dressed with neutral tones, shiny surfaces, and large polished mirrors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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Clad in bright, slouchy-cool separates and statement accessories, Samira quickly makes a splash among her more blandly dressed neighbors.—
Clarissa Cruz,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Eva Longoria has mastered the art of the Euro summer outfit.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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Whatever the account, these are poems that have not simply endured time, but have mastered it, capturing it in their movements, their tides.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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“Trimmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trimmed. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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