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as in greased
to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction
waxing a surfboard
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as in whipped
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to defeat by a large margin
I can't believe I bet on a football team that ended up getting waxed 45-0
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as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the commitment of the young volunteers to the cause seems to wax and wane
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as in became
to eventually have as a state or quality
waxed poetic whenever he wrote to his girlfriend
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Recent Examples of waxed
Rachel Handler, Vulture, 12 May 2026
The waxed, slightly distressed exterior does a solid job of hiding scuffs and offers enough water resistance to handle light rain without issue.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2026
Place meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper.
—Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Flamingo’s Wax Strips make the process simple, with super sticky, pre-waxed strips that lift hair from the root.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025
Lovers of some hardware will be happy to know that the new, tradition-honoring Logger features nickel eyelets, which contrast impeccably with the richness of its waxed leather.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Scott Spires Britannica Editors June 3, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 June 2026
When skis are waxed, tiny particles and chemicals – including PFAS – can become airborne.
—Kathryn Crawford, The Conversation, 3 June 2026
In the early 1900s, the pioneering American astrophysicist George Ellery Hale discovered that the sunspots that Galileo and others had traced weren’t blemishes but magnetic storms, regions of intense activity that waxed and waned on the 11-year solar cycle.
—Quanta Magazine, 28 May 2026
And again, this was true even if when their attraction naturally waxed and waned.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
When San Diego Comic-Con was canceled for the first time in its 50-year history in 2020 due to COVID-19 concerns, Ackles waxed poetic about the special place the convention holds in his heart.
—Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 20 May 2026
Liam mostly waxed his skin off.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2026
On a recent episode of Anne-Helen Peterson’s Culture Study podcast, the author Xochitl Gonzalez waxed nostalgic for the end of the Bush years.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
Hafley has already waxed poetically about Louis’ versatility.
—Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
Adjective
When asked about their initial reaction to being asked to serve on the jury, most waxed poetic about art and film and gratitude.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 12 May 2026
The waxed, slightly distressed exterior does a solid job of hiding scuffs and offers enough water resistance to handle light rain without issue.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2026
Place meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper.
—Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Flamingo’s Wax Strips make the process simple, with super sticky, pre-waxed strips that lift hair from the root.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025
Lovers of some hardware will be happy to know that the new, tradition-honoring Logger features nickel eyelets, which contrast impeccably with the richness of its waxed leather.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
However, various secessionist movements waxed and waned during the period between independence and the Civil War.
—Scott Spires Britannica Editors June 3, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 June 2026
When skis are waxed, tiny particles and chemicals – including PFAS – can become airborne.
—Kathryn Crawford, The Conversation, 3 June 2026
In the early 1900s, the pioneering American astrophysicist George Ellery Hale discovered that the sunspots that Galileo and others had traced weren’t blemishes but magnetic storms, regions of intense activity that waxed and waned on the 11-year solar cycle.
—Quanta Magazine, 28 May 2026
And again, this was true even if when their attraction naturally waxed and waned.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
When San Diego Comic-Con was canceled for the first time in its 50-year history in 2020 due to COVID-19 concerns, Ackles waxed poetic about the special place the convention holds in his heart.
—Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 20 May 2026
Liam mostly waxed his skin off.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2026
On a recent episode of Anne-Helen Peterson’s Culture Study podcast, the author Xochitl Gonzalez waxed nostalgic for the end of the Bush years.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
Hafley has already waxed poetically about Louis’ versatility.
—Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waxed
Adjective
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Add the dressing, cabbage and half of the scallions, cilantro and cashews (if using) to the bowl with the rice and toss until everything is well coated in the dressing.—
Emily Weinstein,
Twin Cities,
4 June 2026
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Shoppers now see cookware labeled PFAS-free, PTFE-free, PFOA-free, ceramic-coated and non-toxic without always understanding the differences between those terms.—
Ryan Brennan,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
Verb
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There is a temptation to expand the view of this ruling, to look at the slippery slope that has been legally greased and pontificate about how this will lead to the further damnation of college sports.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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With the turf greased by his players, who had emptied their water bottles in anticipation, Glasner slid through the guard of honour on his belly to mimic his celebration after winning the Europa League with Eintracht Frankfurt in 2022.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
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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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There will also be increased MARTA staffing to help manage large crowds on the train platforms, and expansion of the MARTA Hope program which helps riders experiencing mental health crises, substance abuse or homelessness.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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As Korean stocks have surged, their weightings in global and emerging-market benchmarks have increased sharply, forcing many active fund managers to trim positions to stay within portfolio and risk limits, investors told CNBC.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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This comes after Tesla owner Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire last week.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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The Spurs became the first team in the play-by-play era, which started in the 1996-97 season, to lead five Finals games by 10 points or more in first quarters.—
Tim Reynolds,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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The glazed donut manicure is the ultimate clean-girl finish—sheer, glossy, and subtly luminous (thank you, Hailey Bieber and Zola Ganzorigt).—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
3 June 2026
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The menu includes cake and glazed doughnuts, apple fritters, savory croissants and sandwiches.—
Fielding Buck,
Oc Register,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Cavallari posted a clip of her and her oiled-up, bronzed six-pack in action on Instagram.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Don't use water on raw or oiled wood surfaces.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
Verb
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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
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The strap can be trimmed for a custom fit on smaller dogs or puppies.—
Rachel Cortez,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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“Waxed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waxed. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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