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as in accomplishment
a high level of taste and enlightenment as a result of extensive intellectual training and exposure to the arts
acquired a great deal of polish during his year abroad
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as in gleam
brightness created by light reflected from a surface
buffed the silver plate to a high polish
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as in to rub
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
you'll need to polish your shoes with a clean rag before the performance
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as in to finish
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
once you polish the article a bit, it'll be ready to submit
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Recent Examples of polish
Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Glamour, 30 Oct. 2024
And that her polish matched her power really surprised me — in a good way!
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 22 Oct. 2024
Annie Blackman, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
Banana peels typically conjure images of someone slipping, but curiously, the thing that lends them their slippery reputation—naturally occurring wax—makes banana peels perfect for polishing metal items and removing scuffs from leather.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Beige and ivory tones are my favorites, even in fall, so this belt was the ideal way to transition some lighter pieces into cooler weather, anchoring them with modern polish and echoing the curves of buttons, earrings, and bracelets.
—Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Glamour, 30 Oct. 2024
And that her polish matched her power really surprised me — in a good way!
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 22 Oct. 2024
Verb
This smoothing flatiron leaves strands looking pin-straight and glossy with an internal temperature of 365 degrees Fahrenheit to polish hair without frying it.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
Banana peels typically conjure images of someone slipping, but curiously, the thing that lends them their slippery reputation—naturally occurring wax—makes banana peels perfect for polishing metal items and removing scuffs from leather.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2024
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Still, for Army to even be in this environment and in contention for a CFP spot is an accomplishment considering its place in the sport’s hierarchy.Tim Casey, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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So to be able to have that kind of accomplishment here.Wayne Sterling, CNN, 20 Nov. 2024
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Tlingit artist Preston Singletary has fashioned the tale's imagery into artworks made of multicolored glass — glass that's been blown, sculpted, sand-carved and arranged under the lights so that the pieces often appear to glow and gleam.Domenica Bongiovanni, The Indianapolis Star, 8 Nov. 2024
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Indeed, what’s not to love about a product that makes the hair gleam while flooding it with nutrients?Jenny Berg, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
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The superfluid still rubs against the bucket, but the material is totally impervious to friction until the container reaches a certain rotational speed.Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
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The color also faded a little after rubbing the sheets with sandpaper.Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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The Demons finished 7-4 in their first season back in 4A. Next week: Heritage at Pueblo West, TBA Want more sports news?Matt Schubert, The Denver Post, 17 Nov. 2024
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Polar Semiconductor was the first to finish negotiations and finalize its agreement.Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to focus on the extraction, refinement, and distribution of technical minerals, particularly lithium, through its mining claims in Utah.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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When Trump brings the cost of energy down by facilitating the exploration, development, refinement, and distribution of our natural resources, all of America will pay less for gas at the pump, less for food and other commodities, and will experience more economic freedom.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Eve Lom Twelve Day Advent Calendar Buy Now for $290 From its cult-favorite cleanser to its pampering masks, Eve Lom's 12-product skincare set has everything your routine needs to boost your glow in the new year.Jackie Fields, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
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Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Beautiful Skin Foundation Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Beautiful Skin Foundation Reveal a natural, healthy-looking glow with this hydrating foundation for 25% off.Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
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It’s made with a sugar and coconut oil blend to smooth and moisturize after gently exfoliating your scalp or body.Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
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The speaker grille on the Super Linton has an improved design with internal shaping to smooth the power output of the midrange and treble units while enhancing the transition through the crossover region.Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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The singer’s body had previously been held by local authorities in order to complete toxicology and other lab tests to determine his cause of death.Thomas Smith, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
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Harris Bolden was nominated by Democrats to complete a four-year term after being appointed to replace retiring Justice Bridget McCormack.Darcie Moran, Detroit Free Press, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Polish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polish. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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