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as in facade
a deceptively attractive external appearance
used a computer to give her astrological predictions the gloss of real science
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as in gleam
brightness created by light reflected from a surface
the surface has such a high gloss, you can see your face reflected in it
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as in to polish
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the action of the water will serve to gloss the seal's coat
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Recent Examples of gloss
David Frum, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2025
But as electronic jammers proliferate, some have suggested that the gloss is wearing off and FPVs are becoming less effective.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Angel Saunders, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Maybe between spritzing on Sol de Janeiro or Dior Sauvage Elixir, and perhaps glossing on Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm, picking out a Halloween costume is just low on the priority list.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 1 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Although his poll numbers would sometimes rally, especially in the first shock of the coronavirus pandemic, the gloss never lasted.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2025
But as electronic jammers proliferate, some have suggested that the gloss is wearing off and FPVs are becoming less effective.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
Her hair was styled in a shoulder-length, wavy bob, and her makeup was fun and flirty with a bit of shimmer on her eyelids, rosy cheeks and gloss on her lips.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Maybe between spritzing on Sol de Janeiro or Dior Sauvage Elixir, and perhaps glossing on Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm, picking out a Halloween costume is just low on the priority list.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 1 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gloss
Noun
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Advertisement The imposing concrete structure, known as the Lower Busch Tank, shows signs of age, with a latticework of cracks across its facade and splintered wood ringing its upper rim.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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An architectural landmark, the hotel’s facade has been meticulously restored to its original splendour, recovering the colours, ornamental details and original structures of the hotel as it was originally inaugurated in 1912.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Enhanced with moisturizing fatty acids that impart a dewy gleam at any age, the formulation also contains sea daffodil extract to brighten dark spots.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
21 Jan. 2025
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The gleam in Danson’s eye in that final moment suggested a show, and an actor, with many exciting years left.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
15 Jan. 2025
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The stage is set for a celebration of artistry and innovation that polishes LVMH’s prominence in the world of luxury timepieces.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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For the 27-year-old singer-rapper, that’s meant releasing a string of singles, polishing up a debut album, delivering show-stopping performances and making her acting debut in Mike White’s White Lotus.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
13 Jan. 2025
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The treatment the companies were marketing was experimental, but its promoters had the veneer of legitimacy.—
John Carreyrou,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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All of it’s a cover, and the veneer of confidence is wearing thin.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
21 Jan. 2025
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By the end of February, Saturn will be obscured by the glare of the sun.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
10 Jan. 2025
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Most North American observers will be able to watch as the moon passes in front of more than a few stars in this cluster (called an occultation) within a few hours, amid the dazzling lunar glare.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
9 Jan. 2025
Verb
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For stains that have had time to settle in, gently rub the spot with toothpaste or baking soda.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Jan. 2025
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Hints of this kind of frenzied instability rubbed some of Trump’s crypto cronies the wrong way.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
23 Jan. 2025
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The buttery stick shadow—which provides eight-hour wear—is infused with collagen to smooth and firm the eyelids.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
21 Jan. 2025
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The products effectively target signs of aging thanks to powerful formulas that contain ingredients like caffeine, antioxidants, vitamin E, vitamin F, and other proprietary blends that smooth uneven skin tone, dullness, and wrinkles.—
Taylor Lane,
Flow Space,
21 Jan. 2025
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It's packed with rice powder, a chef's kiss of skin-loving enzymes and vitamins (A, B2, B12, and E) that soften, brighten, and give your skin a plump, healthy glow.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2025
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When touched, its hood and tail glow with a constellation of blue-green dots like an underwater planetarium.—
Jude Coleman,
Scientific American,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Gloss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gloss. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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