as in tidy
being clean and in good order
the famously well-groomed farms of the Amish
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Recent Examples of well-groomed
Their kids often come across as highly regulated, well-groomed, and polite to their parents and other adults.
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Kelley King Heyworth, Parents, 5 Apr. 2026
Their fur is so thick and well-groomed that the water droplets don’t get down to their skin.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 1 Mar. 2026
Not only do the dogs appear remarkably well-groomed for a bunch of strays, but many of them appear to be wearing collars.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 18 Feb. 2026
Clear gloss nails rely on a clear high-gloss finish that immediately makes the hands appear well-groomed and elegant.
—Lina-Marie Baatz, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2025
Sitting in a Syrian cafe in Neukölln, a culturally diverse district of the German capital, Modamani is smiling and well-groomed.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Final Words Built for those who expect excellence without complication, the Sunseeker Elite X7 helps keep your lawn well-groomed with little to no manual effort.
—William Jones, USA Today, 9 July 2025
The hair and make-up for the show were kept well-groomed and natural-looking with an emphasis on glowing skin, a trend that seems to be set for 2025.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
The runs are well-groomed, and longer than on other mountains nearby.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2024
Kelley King Heyworth, Parents, 5 Apr. 2026
Their fur is so thick and well-groomed that the water droplets don’t get down to their skin.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 1 Mar. 2026
Not only do the dogs appear remarkably well-groomed for a bunch of strays, but many of them appear to be wearing collars.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 18 Feb. 2026
Clear gloss nails rely on a clear high-gloss finish that immediately makes the hands appear well-groomed and elegant.
—Lina-Marie Baatz, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2025
Sitting in a Syrian cafe in Neukölln, a culturally diverse district of the German capital, Modamani is smiling and well-groomed.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Final Words Built for those who expect excellence without complication, the Sunseeker Elite X7 helps keep your lawn well-groomed with little to no manual effort.
—William Jones, USA Today, 9 July 2025
The hair and make-up for the show were kept well-groomed and natural-looking with an emphasis on glowing skin, a trend that seems to be set for 2025.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
The runs are well-groomed, and longer than on other mountains nearby.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-groomed
Adjective
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Keep the space tidy with a storage bench — which also functions as seating or a makeshift tabletop.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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Contact Professionals Taking steps to keep your garden clean and tidy and doing your best to deter tick hosts should help to naturally reduce tick problems.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2026
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No trim, surface, picture frame, vase, or lamp goes unnoticed in this North Carolina mountain cottage, where a distinct color palette and a strong undercurrent of whimsy tie together each room in Elizabeth and Alex Brooks’ home.—
Ella Field,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
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Nightshade Edition models are the most stylish of the trim options, adding a trim-exclusive color and exterior touches.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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For less than $100 a year, this travel card comes with an annual hotel credit, generous complimentary travel insurance, and neat rewards on dining, online groceries, and travel expenses.—
Katherine Fan,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Behind them, Lauren Lloyd, 33, visiting from Nashville, sat earnestly scribbling on her wish tag, which was filled from edge to edge with neat script.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Outdoor enthusiasts bring their bikes and hiking shoes to hop on the 50-plus miles of groomed paths known as Maine Huts & Trails.—
Erinne Magee,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
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His hair had grown long, though not in any groomed or deliberate style.—
Ayşegül Savaş,
New Yorker,
24 May 2026
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