polished

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Julianne Moore, on the other hand, brings a less polished intricacy to her roles.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Meanwhile, Montaclair had further polished his CV by claiming a doctorate in French literature and grammar issued by the University of Philology and Education situated in Lewes in the US state of Delaware.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Share bad news directly, not through mass communications polished to soften the blow.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

“For us to be written off a few weeks ago and to win a playoff series is a big deal,” Redick said after the Lakers polished off their first-round playoff series in six games.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

You can tell that Lily is Mom’s daughter, not because they have the same complexion or eyes or hair, but because they are both the same kind of very polished pretty.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish