1
as in greased
to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction
waxing a surfboard
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2
as in whipped
slang
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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as in coated
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Recent Examples of waxed
Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Her pubic hair is not waxed or colored.
—Weike Wang, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In one of the movie’s most iconic scenes, Carell’s Andy gets his chest waxed.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
This new state of affairs has waxed and waned, generally waxed, for fifty some years now.
—Brian Domitrovic, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
Since the pre-COVID end of 2019, EPS for the S&P 500 increased by 67% or 9% annually, while the index has waxed far faster at 120%, or 14% a year.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 16 Aug. 2025
Inside the visitor center’s trading post and gift shop, there are waxed, plastic saucer sleds for purchase.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2025
Reacting to this week’s news on social media, friends waxed nostalgic about shopping or working at Sam Goody (fondly in the former case, not always so fondly in the latter).
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
And the amount of decoration has waxed and waned over the years.
—Francine Kiefer, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Dec. 2024
Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Her pubic hair is not waxed or colored.
—Weike Wang, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In one of the movie’s most iconic scenes, Carell’s Andy gets his chest waxed.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
This new state of affairs has waxed and waned, generally waxed, for fifty some years now.
—Brian Domitrovic, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
Since the pre-COVID end of 2019, EPS for the S&P 500 increased by 67% or 9% annually, while the index has waxed far faster at 120%, or 14% a year.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 16 Aug. 2025
Inside the visitor center’s trading post and gift shop, there are waxed, plastic saucer sleds for purchase.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2025
Reacting to this week’s news on social media, friends waxed nostalgic about shopping or working at Sam Goody (fondly in the former case, not always so fondly in the latter).
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
And the amount of decoration has waxed and waned over the years.
—Francine Kiefer, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Dec. 2024
Verb
On the off-day between the Yankees' series in Chicago and Houston, manager Aaron Boone was in Chapel Hill, watching as the Tar Heels were waxed 48-14 by the TCU Horned Frogs in Bill Belichick's debut as UNC's head coach.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Her pubic hair is not waxed or colored.
—Weike Wang, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In one of the movie’s most iconic scenes, Carell’s Andy gets his chest waxed.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
This new state of affairs has waxed and waned, generally waxed, for fifty some years now.
—Brian Domitrovic, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
Since the pre-COVID end of 2019, EPS for the S&P 500 increased by 67% or 9% annually, while the index has waxed far faster at 120%, or 14% a year.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 16 Aug. 2025
Inside the visitor center’s trading post and gift shop, there are waxed, plastic saucer sleds for purchase.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2025
Reacting to this week’s news on social media, friends waxed nostalgic about shopping or working at Sam Goody (fondly in the former case, not always so fondly in the latter).
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
And the amount of decoration has waxed and waned over the years.
—Francine Kiefer, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Dec. 2024
Adjective
On the off-day between the Yankees' series in Chicago and Houston, manager Aaron Boone was in Chapel Hill, watching as the Tar Heels were waxed 48-14 by the TCU Horned Frogs in Bill Belichick's debut as UNC's head coach.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Her pubic hair is not waxed or colored.
—Weike Wang, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In one of the movie’s most iconic scenes, Carell’s Andy gets his chest waxed.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
This new state of affairs has waxed and waned, generally waxed, for fifty some years now.
—Brian Domitrovic, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
Since the pre-COVID end of 2019, EPS for the S&P 500 increased by 67% or 9% annually, while the index has waxed far faster at 120%, or 14% a year.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 16 Aug. 2025
Inside the visitor center’s trading post and gift shop, there are waxed, plastic saucer sleds for purchase.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2025
Reacting to this week’s news on social media, friends waxed nostalgic about shopping or working at Sam Goody (fondly in the former case, not always so fondly in the latter).
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
And the amount of decoration has waxed and waned over the years.
—Francine Kiefer, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waxed
Adjective
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Crafted with Coach’s blend of refined calf leather and signature coated canvas, the Willow Tote is durable enough to withstand everyday use while maintaining an elegant and sophisticated look.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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Made in Italy like his suitcase, the bag is made from coated canvas and is designed as a weekend bag, perfect for four days in Brazil.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Slytherin doughnut: Original glazed doughnut topped with chocolate and green buttercream, chocolate sugar cookies and the Slytherin crest.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Aug. 2025
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Now every table features at least one order, dripping honey butter and glistening like a glazed donut.—
Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Style insiders are going all in on the look, too; fashion month’s crowds were awash in brushed knits, and New Yorkers of all stripes have pulled out their shaggiest jumpers as sweater weather has descended upon the city.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
4 Nov. 2024
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Made from 100 percent cotton with a fleece interior and a brushed flannel shell, the Legendary Whitetails Camp Night Jacket can be worn as a shirt or jacket, depending on the weather.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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With a yellow gold case framing the timeless depth of a polished Onyx dial, the Geneva Minute Repeater was one of the absolute best drops in Geneva last week.—
Thor Svaboe,
Robb Report,
9 Sep. 2025
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Tongue-and-groove construction makes for easy installation on site and a polished look when finished.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Waxed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waxed. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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