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cosmetic

[koz-met-ik] / kɒzˈmɛt ɪk /
ADJECTIVE
beautifying; relating to appearance
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
disfiguring


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"If they are looking for cosmetic or temporary changes to satisfy Washington, that will fall short," Carlos Saladrigas, president of a human resources company, said.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

Results were either mixed or inconclusive, and there was limited strong evidence showing that collagen significantly improves metabolic health, gum disease, or cosmetic outcomes in dentistry.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

“She was kind of the first one writing about influencers and cosmetic surgery,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Russian and Western media have also speculated about cosmetic procedures as Putin’s appearance has grown visibly smoother with age.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Therefore, it should not be considered simply a "cosmetic" condition.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish




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