How to Use matte in a Sentence
- I chose a paint with a matte finish so the walls wouldn't be too shiny.
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Some are matte, some have a sheen, and some are even duo-chrome.
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Nerisha Penrose,
ELLE,
27 July 2022
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Gone are the days of the ultra-matte liquid lipstick.
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Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
10 Sep. 2025
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Viseart was quite matte and was used as a base and in the lines under Robbie’s eyes.
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Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2022
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These leggings are a cotton blend and look more matte than shiny for everyday use.
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Lexie Sachs,
Good Housekeeping,
8 July 2022
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The pastel theme extends to the eye shadows, four of which are shimmers and eight that are matte.
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Gabi Thorne,
Allure,
25 Feb. 2022
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This lipstick kit includes three shades of brown and pink semi-matte lipsticks.
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Kelsey Hurwitz,
Woman's Day,
9 Nov. 2020
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If you can't get used to the slippery feel of silk satin, this one is more matte, but still smoother than cotton fabric.
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Lexie Sachs,
Good Housekeeping,
21 June 2022
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For those with dry skin who don't want a completely matte makeup look, this setting spray makes skin look fresh and glowy.
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Jacqueline Saguin,
Good Housekeeping,
26 July 2022
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Both the galley and bathroom faucets have a matte-black finish and the kitchen features a stainless steel flat-apron sink.
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Drew Dorian,
Car and Driver,
27 July 2021
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Chalk-finish paint gives a rustic, matte appearance; leave a few spots blank or apply a very thin coat to achieve the look.
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Grace Gallagher,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2022
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To achieve a soft, matte effect, the lightweight mousse glides on and sets with a powdery matte finish that looks and feels like skin.
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Marissa Miller,
Teen Vogue,
15 Mar. 2018
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Given the formula is a balm-to-powder finish, this means skin will be left with a more matte finish than a dewy one.
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Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
20 Sep. 2022
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Contour, on the other hand, should always be matte in order to create shadows.
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Heather Roy,
chicagotribune.com,
24 Mar. 2021
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The outer casing is a tasteful mix of glossy and matte finishes and has been redesigned to protrude less from your ear.
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Chris Welch,
The Verge,
15 Jan. 2021
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Customized stickers are usually made of vinyl or paper and can be either glossy or matte.
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Custom Stickers,
The Salt Lake Tribune,
23 Sep. 2022
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The deployant buckle has been left largely matte, except for one small surface that glimmers like the watch case.
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Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2021
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All have a matte black finish with the constriction clearly marked on the extended portion.
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Alex Robinson,
Outdoor Life,
16 Nov. 2020
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Some sanding may also be required to remove a glossier sheen before applying a flat or matte product.
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Michael Pollick,
chicagotribune.com,
19 Dec. 2020
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The formula is really hydrating and leaves behind a satin finish that isn't too matte or too glossy.
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Carly Cardellino,
Cosmopolitan,
11 Nov. 2013
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There’s intricate scrollwork throughout that adds flair to the overall design, with a matte-black finish.
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Rachel Klein,
Popular Mechanics,
24 May 2022
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Technically, this matte decal is positioned to reduce sun glare off the hood.
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Clifford Atiyeh,
Car and Driver,
29 May 2021
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The details are humble and un-flashy, too; buttery soft, matte leather, a notch lapel, a patch chest pocket, and a single breasted closure.
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Megan Gustashaw,
GQ,
16 Aug. 2017
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What makes this look by Jessica Reohr eye-catching is the mix of glossy and matte finishes.
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Jennifer Aldrich,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Nov. 2020
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Packaging aside, the semi-matte lipstick shades are gorgeous and comfortable enough for all-day wearing.
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Andrea Navarro,
Glamour,
17 Feb. 2022
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For makeup, Kravitz kept things matte and mostly natural…besides the black cat-eye eyeliner, of course.
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Carrie Wittmer,
Glamour,
2 Mar. 2022
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In the light of the forest, when viewed with human eyes, paper-wasp silk appears whitish or yellowish and is decidedly matte.
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Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
24 Aug. 2021
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The spray provides a natural texture while also providing a strong semi-matte hold, like a lighter pomade.
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John Thompson,
Men's Health,
13 May 2022
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The long-wearing formula sets to a semi-matte finish that resists oil and humidity, too.
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Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
26 Nov. 2025
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The long-wearing formula sets to a semi-matte finish that resists oil and humidity, too.
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Sarah Han,
Allure,
9 Oct. 2025
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Shirts in dark linen or matte silk.
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Alex Sales,
Glamour,
23 Aug. 2025
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The matte black frame and gum-wall tires hit me right in the kid-feels.
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New Atlas,
7 Oct. 2025
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But a lot of the time matte lipstick would get dry and chalky.
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Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Oil makes brownies chewier and gives them a matte crust.
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Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
1 June 2026
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Oil makes brownies chewier and gives them a matte crust.
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Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
22 Dec. 2025
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That matte white and gold color scheme does give it a show car feel.
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New Atlas,
27 Apr. 2026
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Look for smooth, matte, leathery skin free from cracks and soft spots.
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Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
3 Jan. 2026
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Look for smooth, matte, leathery skin free from cracks and soft spots.
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Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
20 Aug. 2025
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Linoleum is thicker than vinyl and has more of a matte finish.
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Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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Linoleum is thicker than vinyl and has more of a matte finish.
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Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
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The pieces are then finished with matte paint and a coat of varnish.
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Alexa Brazilian,
New York Times,
1 Mar. 2024
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So, why a matte finish instead of a glowy, dewy one?
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Elizabeth Denton,
Allure,
1 Apr. 2026
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Amazon has a matte black faucet with two spray settings.
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Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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As a bonus, the matte fabric shell is suitable for rain or snow.
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Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
27 Dec. 2025
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For those who prefer a matte polish, light pink works well with any top coat.
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Odeya Pinkus,
InStyle,
2 Jan. 2026
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This, on the other hand, blends in with a light spritz and a matte finish.
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Jeaneen Russell,
People.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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So what's taking the place of matte black hardware?
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Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
6 Feb. 2026
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Opt for matte black for a modern farmhouse look or get cheeky with a glossy green.
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Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
31 Mar. 2026
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Use matte in some areas, glow in others.
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Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
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Hilton’s lips were outlined in a brown pencil and filled in with a matte nude shade.
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Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
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The result is hair that feels soft rather than stiff; piece-y and matte, but never parched.
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Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
1 June 2026
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Who knew opting for a matte base and glossy tips could make for such a head-turning nail look?
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Rebecca Norris,
InStyle,
31 Dec. 2025
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So the camera came an inch closer to me and the matte box took out my eyebrow.
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Marc Malkin,
Variety,
26 Apr. 2023
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The entire moon in a dark matte black sphere right outside our window.
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Tony Dokoupil,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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All that comes together in a sleek design in matte black.
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Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
19 Dec. 2025
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Giudice did a smokey eye with pink highlighting on the lids and a light pink matte lip.
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Tracey Harrington McCoy,
Peoplemag,
23 June 2023
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This brick red shade really sings under this matte top coat.
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Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
5 Jan. 2026
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Tapioca starch soaks up grease and keeps hair looking clean and matte.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
29 Apr. 2026
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Her eyes were fully lined with a black pencil and winged out in a matte finish at the edges.
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Marci Robin,
Allure,
27 Nov. 2023
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Smoky eyeshadow and a matte mauve lip finished off her look.
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Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
31 May 2026
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