satiny
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of satiny
Example Sentences
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Riding on Glam Rock’s satiny coattails — and a new look, courtesy of Ronson — Bowie transformed himself into an international star.
From Salon ● Apr. 4, 2024
Mukhopadhyay's cheesecake is a far cry from cheesecakes we are familiar with today that are made with soft, satiny dollops of cream cheese.
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2023
There are hanging succulents crafted from velvet, beads, cotton and gauze with satiny fringe.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 26, 2023
Accepting her award in a satiny frock the color of the ocean and a beret the color of gold bullion, the 79-year-old colossus of song seemed a little out of sorts.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 31, 2023
If your pointe shoes are too slippery or satiny, you can walk over to the trays, step into them, and grind the resin dust into the smooth fabric.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
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