varnish

Example Sentences

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A murderer who daubed "it was me" in red nail varnish on his girlfriend's body has been jailed.

From BBC

The lengthy procedure included removal of layers of yellowed varnish, thorough cleaning, adhesion of lifting and flaking paint, in-painting where losses were found, and stabilization of the canvas support and wooden stretcher bars.

From Los Angeles Times

Methanol is a kind of alcohol commonly used for various industrial purposes, including as a solvent in ink, dyes and varnishes.

From BBC

The original carriages were made of varnished timber and seated 30 passengers in three classes.

From Seattle Times

First, wet the paper, shape it into a cube and coat it with the pill to create a sort of varnish.

From Washington Post