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as in facades
a deceptively attractive external appearance
the veneer of civility that the neighbors had maintained over the years disappeared with the filing of the first lawsuit
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as in exteriors
an outer part or layer
the top and sides of the desk are overlaid with cherry veneers, while the interior wood is white pine
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Recent Examples of veneers
Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
These include up to four whole hides of leather, wood veneers, and the model board that forms the base.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
Common procedures in Turkey include hair transplants, rhinoplasty, veneers and cosmetic dentistry, body contouring, Botox, dermal fillers, mesotherapy and skin tightening treatments such as Thermage.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
Implants can provide a long-term solution, although treatment usually takes longer than veneers or crowns.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
This method generates penetration pressures roughly 30 times greater than previous seed-carrying systems that relied on rainfall to expand wood veneers.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Perhaps predictably, one of her favorite pieces in the line is a gracefully curved dressing table in walnut and birch veneers.
—Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
Researchers at Austria's Graz University of Technology explored this wild idea while thinking about ways to prevent layers of wood veneers from peeling off each other when they were forced apart with regular use.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
Some of us had meticulous regimens (involving facials, veneers, and multiple hair and makeup trials) while others went with the flow (booking a hair appointment the day of).
—Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 31 Jan. 2026
Noun
It is made of solid oak wood and veneers and is finished in a Tawny Oak color.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
These include up to four whole hides of leather, wood veneers, and the model board that forms the base.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
Common procedures in Turkey include hair transplants, rhinoplasty, veneers and cosmetic dentistry, body contouring, Botox, dermal fillers, mesotherapy and skin tightening treatments such as Thermage.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
Implants can provide a long-term solution, although treatment usually takes longer than veneers or crowns.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
This method generates penetration pressures roughly 30 times greater than previous seed-carrying systems that relied on rainfall to expand wood veneers.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Perhaps predictably, one of her favorite pieces in the line is a gracefully curved dressing table in walnut and birch veneers.
—Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
Researchers at Austria's Graz University of Technology explored this wild idea while thinking about ways to prevent layers of wood veneers from peeling off each other when they were forced apart with regular use.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
Some of us had meticulous regimens (involving facials, veneers, and multiple hair and makeup trials) while others went with the flow (booking a hair appointment the day of).
—Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for veneers
Noun
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Houzz notes that 69 percent of homeowners are opting for different trim and wall colors, indicating a strong preference for varied facades.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
3 June 2026
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This can include easier jobs, like fresh paint jobs on facades and park clean-ups overnight, or more intense projects like refreshing and reimagining attractions.—
Megan duBois,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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In reality, the exteriors of the home were shot in Bel Air and the interiors were built on a stage at Universal in Los Angeles.—
Alexandra Jhamb Burns,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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However, trim remains the most popular accent on home exteriors (at 69 percent), despite a 10 percentage point decline since 2024.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
3 June 2026
Noun
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An employee beverage was found on food prep surfaces.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 29,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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The sole has an excellent grip on wet surfaces.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
Verb
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On the palate, the whiskey delivers a medium-to-full-bodied texture with a pleasantly oily mouthfeel that coats the tongue without feeling heavy.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Return the egg mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and coats a spatula (about 170 degrees Fahrenheit).—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
26 May 2026
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Alcaraz, who plans to attend Palomar College next season and work as a middle infielder, finishes the season 7-3 with 74 strikeouts in 47 1/3 innings.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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To be sure, barring an Eric Swalwell-style implosion by Becerra or Steyer, depending on who finishes in the top two, the next governor of California will almost certainly be a Democrat.—
Daniel Borenstein,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Today, Ethiopia faces active insurgencies not only in Tigray but Amhara and Oromia too, driven by disputes over autonomy, borders, and ethnic marginalization.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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Doubts take hold, and their relationship faces its biggest challenge yet.—
Rich Heldenfels,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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“Veneers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veneers. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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