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polished

[pol-isht] / ˈpɒl ɪʃt /
ADJECTIVE
bright
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ADJECTIVE
refined
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ADJECTIVE
referring to writing or speech
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The art style divided fans when it was first unveiled, with some saying it looked too polished or plastic-like.

From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2026

The program identifies its cast of 15 as “Mother,” “Offspring,” “Community” and “Fledglings,” all costumed by Viktor&Rolf in mostly glossy unitards that range from hues of burnished gold to polished bronze.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

The skyscraper, opened in New York nearly 100 years ago, will see its Art Deco crown polished and restored during a refurbishment that will also involve the restoration of the building's 77-storey façade.

From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026

She also advises them to "build the muscle" of standing up for themselves, even if they don't have a perfectly polished response ready.

From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026

A fair-haired woman stood at the door, draped in the polished jet and black lace of a mourner.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros


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