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cosmetic

[koz-met-ik] / kɒzˈmɛt ɪk /
ADJECTIVE
beautifying; relating to appearance
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
disfiguring


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His outsider credentials are cosmetic, for a start.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 20, 2026

Like many, Tergenbayeva, said she was "attracted by the beautiful photos on Instagram" of other cosmetic operations.

From Barron's Jul. 17, 2026

It’s $80 for the base game and $100 for the “ultimate” version, which comes with a bunch of cosmetic items.

From Salon Jul. 13, 2026

GLP-1 drugs are not meant for a short-term or cosmetic weight loss - in any form.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

The ceilings are really high and beautiful with tons of natural light, and I see actual trees and lush greenery in the terminal right next to luxury-brand cosmetic stores.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh

He dropped out of high school to follow John to a job at a cosmetics company, Fuller Products.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

If you’re heading outside, dermatologists recommend applying sunscreen in addition to SPF cosmetics.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 3, 2026

On top of that, Brazil’s economy is “wobbly,” with high interest rates affecting Natura’s cosmetics sales.

From Barron's Jun. 17, 2026

Lastly, investors need more clarity about Nestlé’s intentions around its stake in cosmetics giant L’Oréal.

From Barron's Jun. 10, 2026

One day while rummaging through the bathroom closet he found a bottle of Agua Florida that he had overlooked when taking Lucile the rest of Alice’s cosmetics.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers




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