touch up

Example Sentences

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But the team doesn’t just apply a flattering touch-up to sickly markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

People aspire to capture their essence by wearing their fragrances and makeup, which Rihanna acknowledged by subtly promoting her Fenty cosmetics line mid-performance with an on-camera touch-up.

From Salon • Feb. 17, 2023

Mohawk caters mostly to professionals but offers consumers some of its easier-to-use products, such as touch-up markers in various wood colors and fill sticks for repairing scratches.

From Washington Post • Dec. 9, 2022

After the hairs began to grow back, I went to see her for a touch-up.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 19, 2022

I was missing the idea of Mom, not the actual human with her thin lips, round cheeks, and dyed blonde hair that needs a touch-up after so many weeks in hiding.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller