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Polish

usgb/ˈpɑːlɪʃ/Volume
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Action Required

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

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We polish the trophy before each game.
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Time and Effort

Polishing usually involves time and careful effort to make something look better.

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He spends Sundays polishing his vintage car.
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Figurative Use

Can be used metaphorically to mean improving skills or a piece of work.

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She polished her speech for weeks.
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