polish
Example Sentences
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For all of his polish and shrewd instincts, he is still a relative newcomer to the world of international relations.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
Ortiz says an Arlington police detective called him and asked what fingernail polish Cynthia had been wearing when she disappeared.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
Desai and Lawrence aimed to create a polish that remains clear while also being safe for both users and manufacturers.
From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026
Margaret O’Brien’s miniature “juvenile” Oscar for “Meet Me in St. Louis” was taken by a housekeeper who offered to polish it but never returned.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026
I’m used to saying I’m sorry for doing stupid stuff—like for spilling nail polish on the bedspread, or for hiding a bad grade I got on a math quiz.
From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper
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