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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
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
Shawn Tully, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Inside the visitor center's trading post and gift shop, waxed, plastic saucer sleds are available for purchase.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
But the Pakistani-American relationship has waxed and waned over time.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
The formula looks promising, and Kidman’s hair is testament enough (for me, at least), but hundreds of shoppers have waxed poetic about Virtue’s Damage Reverse Serum, too.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Soda crystals should not be used on aluminum, fiberglass, or waxed, painted, or treated wood, nor on delicate fabrics, including silk, wool, lace, and embellishments.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026
The actress went on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and waxed rhapsodic about cruising, following a trip to Antarctica.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
Hafley has previously waxed poetically about Willis who often starred as his scout team quarterback.
—Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
His voice waxed poetic about Louisiana and its beauty while also critiquing the cliches rendered as the only acceptable terms to discuss a place that exceeds description.
—Literary Hub, 20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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
The category waxed around 40% in the previous decade, about following inflation.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Inside the visitor center's trading post and gift shop, waxed, plastic saucer sleds are available for purchase.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
But the Pakistani-American relationship has waxed and waned over time.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
The formula looks promising, and Kidman’s hair is testament enough (for me, at least), but hundreds of shoppers have waxed poetic about Virtue’s Damage Reverse Serum, too.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Soda crystals should not be used on aluminum, fiberglass, or waxed, painted, or treated wood, nor on delicate fabrics, including silk, wool, lace, and embellishments.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026
The actress went on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and waxed rhapsodic about cruising, following a trip to Antarctica.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
Hafley has previously waxed poetically about Willis who often starred as his scout team quarterback.
—Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
His voice waxed poetic about Louisiana and its beauty while also critiquing the cliches rendered as the only acceptable terms to discuss a place that exceeds description.
—Literary Hub, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waxed
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Hermes-1 is not built to produce electricity, which is a crucial step in demonstrating the incorporation of components such as the tri-structural isotropic (TRISO) coated fuel particle and flibe molten fluoride salt coolant.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
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Its canopy is made of durable 300D coated fabric that provides UPF 50+ sun protection.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Windows have been replaced, and the firehouse doors have been swapped out for large glazed openings facing Whipple.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Vertical slats of glazed terra-cotta on ARO’s addition block the glare, soften the surface, and stripe the view from inside the gallery.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
14 Apr. 2026
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Unlike traditional cheesecake, which is baked low and slow in a water bath for a smooth, dense finish, Basque cheesecake embraces rustic charm with a burnished top, cracks and all.—
Amisha Gurbani,
San Francisco Chronicle,
10 Apr. 2026
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Instead of needing to overcome the one-time stigma of tiny Gonzaga, Lloyd enjoyed a burnished reputation, having spent so much time with inarguably one of the standard bearers of the sport.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
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The three-piece set includes a quilt and two pillowcases made from a premium blend of brushed microfiber, which results in a silky-smooth, lightweight texture that provides warmth, comfort, and breathability when temperatures start to rise.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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Spanx AirEssentials Brushed Full-Zip Jacket Not to be missed, this zip-up jacket — complete with an ultra-soft brushed interior and stately mock neckline — offers a more sophisticated take on travel day dressing.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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The godet pleats are both polished and breezy, which is ideal for spring weather.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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The jacket features a subtle stripe along each sleeve to give it a polished, sporty look.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Waxed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waxed. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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