veneer
Example Sentences
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But it strips away the sentimental veneer attaching fans to their college teams.
It seems like she’s the one who’s hiding something, but James’ veneer of normality is not quite what it seems.
From Los Angeles Times
The same veneer of courtliness masked the same animal impulse to see the world as it is, rather than as it should be.
From Literature
However, that veneer has worn down in recent years, including when she broke her hip during a fall in Europe in December.
From Los Angeles Times
The material can also be used on exposed dentine, creating an enamel-like coating that helps reduce tooth sensitivity and improves how restorations, such as fillings or veneers, bond to the tooth surface.
From Science Daily
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
