as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a striking beauty with sleek raven hair
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as in to slick
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Recent Examples of sleek
Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 31 May 2025
Their sleek fisherman-style design provides a fresh replacement for the closed-toe ballet flats everyone was wearing last year.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 30 May 2025
Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 25 Feb. 2025
Each home is a blank canvas, ready for new owners to add their personal touch, with designs that range from grand and stately to sleek and modern.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 16 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
In photos of the nuptials shared on social media, Usher could be seen standing toward the end of the groomsmen line in a sleek black suit with a black bow tie and dress shoes, matching Thicke, 48, who wore the same classic attire.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 31 May 2025
Their sleek fisherman-style design provides a fresh replacement for the closed-toe ballet flats everyone was wearing last year.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 30 May 2025
Verb
The team works across a range of styles, from cozy and classic to sleek and modern, always keeping art and wellness at the heart of each interior to enhance the space and their client’s well-being.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 25 Feb. 2025
Each home is a blank canvas, ready for new owners to add their personal touch, with designs that range from grand and stately to sleek and modern.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 16 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleek
Adjective
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Understated enough for the office but refined enough for a Parisian sidewalk café, the polished leather and cushioned sole deliver comfort and sophistication in equal parts.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2025
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The final cut of this documentary feels perfectly polished, but according to those who made the film, the process was a little messy.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Her hair was slicked back into a bun, which was tucked under the brim.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Meanwhile, her fringe was slicked flat on her forehead and framed around her face.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
21 May 2025
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Jones wore her dark tresses in a side part, while her makeup consisted of brown eye shadow, pink blush and a glossy nude lip.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 May 2025
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By way of a nourishing oil blend and shea butter, envelops lips in cushiony moisture, imparting a glossy shine plus sheer wash of color—designed to be worn on its own or paired with lip liner.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
23 May 2025
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Who doesn’t love a pair of leggings that sucks you in and smoothes your midsection?—
Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar,
Glamour,
2 June 2025
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The team was accused of stuffing and smoothing the seams of the rear attenuator, a part that is standard for all teams and therefore cannot be modified.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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“Sleek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleek. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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