polishing

Example Sentences

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“We are still working on polishing this diamond and there are a few things we still need to work on.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

The fossil jaws showed extensive chipping, scratching, cracking, and polishing, all signs of a strong biting force.

From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026

It was, he said, unsolicited investing advice from the guy polishing his wingtips.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

The “To be, or not to be” monologue came across as a rhetorical set piece that Hamlet has been polishing for ages.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2026

“I have to get the dessert,” the Old Lady said, violently polishing a teaspoon and dashing out to the kitchen.

From "The Pigman" by Paul Zindel