
Polish
Action Required
The verb 'polish' implies you actively rub something to enhance its appearance.

We polish the trophy before each game.
Time and Effort
Polishing usually involves time and careful effort to make something look better.

He spends Sundays polishing his vintage car.
Figurative Use
Can be used metaphorically to mean improving skills or a piece of work.

She polished her speech for weeks.
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