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adjective

Definition of trimnext
as in tidy
being clean and in good order kept his journal entries trim, never crossing out words or scribbling, but printing exactly and nicely

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trim

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noun

1
as in shape
a state of being or fitness the doctor declared her to be in good trim for the race

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as in ornament
something that decorates or beautifies added a little trim to her cocktail dress to make it a little fancier

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trim

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verb

ˈtrim How to pronounce trim (audio)
1
as in to master
to achieve a victory over a speed skater who consistently trimmed all his competition

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as in to whip
to defeat by a large margin they trimmed our team by 40 points

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as in to shave
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument trimmed her bangs

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as in to decorate
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming trim a tree for Christmas

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as in to organize
to make neat trimmed the shrubbery in order to enhance the house's curb appeal

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Recent Examples of trim
Adjective
Whether used as a neutral on walls, trim, or cabinetry or as more of a statement through color drenching, the 2027 COTY is a natural fit for any space. — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026 Hyundai There’s also a bigger 61-kWh pack that boosts range to as much as 308 miles (496 km), depending on trim, with a 10-to-80% DC charging time of around 30 minutes. — New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026
Noun
Naturally, the sedan won’t see any significant changes, though all-wheel drive will no longer be offered on the introductory SV trim, while pricing across the board will hike by $210. — Adam Ismail, The Drive, 15 Oct. 2026 Just bear in mind that display sizes and some of the more high-end features will vary by market and trim. — New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2026
Verb
Brunet trimmed the Ducks’ lead with his first goal early in the second, connecting on a power play in the 23-year-old defenseman’s sixth NHL game. — Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026 Brunet trimmed Anaheim's lead with his first goal early in the second, connecting on a power play in the 23-year-old defenseman's sixth NHL game. — ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for trim
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trim
  1. tidy
  2. shape
  3. ornament
  4. master
  5. whip
  6. shave
  7. decorate
  8. organize
Adjective
  • Britain wants to keep space tidy, so the UK Space Agency (UKSA) has awarded a £61-million (US$81-million) contract to remove two defunct UK satellites from orbit between 2029 and 2032 using manipulator spacecraft launched from the Shetlands.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Oct. 2026
  • And the service is unparalleled, including bathrooms that are cleaned after every use—our own houses aren’t that tidy.
    — Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of tidy
Noun
  • David Chokachi is in the best shape of his life thanks, in part, to an unconventional routine.
    — Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Nordic Knots’s rug is one way to add a slight edge to your floors, as its sharp geometry on soft wool juxtaposes the severity of the shapes.
    — Alex Eagle, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of shape
Noun
  • It’s made from wood and comes with the calendar, which is filled with 24 ornaments to add a new one to the branches each day.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Scarabs, serpents, vultures, lunar ornaments, ancient gods like Horus and Anubis carved from gold and lapis lazuli—all strategically placed on various points along the body.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of ornament
Verb
  • Ward went on to join Ohio’s BalletMet and North Carolina Dance Theatre, mastering classical and neoclassical styles until his heart demanded a move beyond those orthodoxies.
    — Guillermo Perez, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Complicating things is the current Administration, which has mastered the art of using those message-delivery systems to spread doubt and discontent and suspicion.
    — Deborah Treisman, New Yorker, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of master
Verb
  • Fire crews scrambled late Saturday as fierce winds whipped flames beyond Canadian Forces Base Wainwright and into the surrounding rural area.
    — Rob Gillies, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Fire crews scrambled late into the night as fierce winds whipped flames beyond Canadian Forces Base Wainwright and into the surrounding rural area.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of whip
Verb
  • While fashion has spent decades trying to shave seconds off sewing time, this occupies only a fraction of a much longer timeline for getting a shirt to the shop floor.
    — Jessica Binns, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Miley Cyrus shaved the head of a fan who’s being treated for breast cancer.
    — Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of shave
Verb
  • After the last one is opened, use the set to bake cookies for Santa and decorate them on Christmas Eve, then take the extras along to your holiday gathering.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Rooms There are 93 rooms and suites—including two penthouses—decorated with plenty of personality.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of decorate
Verb
  • Ebola is changing how African governments organize their response, Kaseya said, with Nigeria’s case prompting stronger solidarity across the continent.
    — Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The concierge can also organize hydroplane trips across Lake Como, a private dinner behind closed doors beneath Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper, and a day of personal shopping in Italy’s fashion capital.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of organize

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