smooth
adjective
free from projections or unevenness of surface; not rough.
smoothing
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present participleof smooth.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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That was a big step toward smoothing the enrollment process, but the accounts still need to be claimed by parents to manage them and to allow family members, friends and employers to contribute.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2026
When they have been effective, they have managed to ride the choppier waves while also smoothing relations with the media - providing context for inquisitive journalists and helping tamp down any simmering issues.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
Anetta Reszko, a New York dermatologist, said that those treatments include “skin boosting” injectables like Skinvive by Juvederm, which delivers hyaluronic acid under the skin for a smoothing effect.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
During the album’s rollout, the pop star’s visage was perfected with the help of some uncanny AI smoothing, while her accompanying “Confessions II” short film featured a team of AI artists in the credits.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
She carefully slid the straps over his wings, smoothing his feathers down when she snapped the chest strap.
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
