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manicure

[man-i-kyoor] / ˈmæn ɪˌkyʊər /
VERB
trim
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"He's even had a manicure for the event so we know who the real star is," Pascal joked.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

"Our final, clear polish could be put over any manicure or even bare nails, which could help people with calluses on their fingertips, too. So, it has both a cosmetic and lifestyle benefit," explains Desai.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Then I might go for a manicure or a facial.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

Nail salons losing access to cheap disposable manicure tools should do it.

From Slate • May 2, 2025

“Here,” I announced, raising my hand and wiggling my fingers so the light would catch off my new manicure, lilac with pink metallic stripes.

From "Monday's Not Coming" by Tiffany D. Jackson



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