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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
But the new seating configuration is part of a dizzying pricing and options matrix that will translate to the six-seat configuration adding $4,000 to $6,000 to the bill depending on the trim and interior color. — Joel Feder, The Drive, 13 Aug. 2026 Ambient lighting, heated and ventilated front seats, power driver’s seat, leather seating upholstery and a panoramic sunroof are higher trim-level features. — James Raia, Mercury News, 19 July 2026
Noun
These sneakers also come in a wide variety of colors and trims if pure white isn’t your thing. — Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2026 Higher trims climb rapidly, with the Touring XT approaching the upper-$40,000 range. — New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
Verb
How families are cutting back on back-to-school supplies Parents are responding by trimming the list. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026 Checking weatherstripping around doors and windows, inspecting outdoor faucets, trimming overgrown trees and servicing HVAC systems can help prevent unexpected issues down the line. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 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
  • Illinois’ chunk of that multistate settlement is certainly a tidy sum that could help chip away at Chicago Public Schools’ budget woes.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Below, experts provide legal advice on how to handle this situation and keep things as smooth as possible, along with simple yard cleaning tips to help keep your landscape tidy.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of tidy
Noun
  • The result looks less like a blade simply ground into shape and more like a form sculpted directly from solid steel.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The minimalist shape pairs well with jeans, loungewear, and even dresses.
    — Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of shape
Noun
  • So are the Catholic lawn ornaments and gardens sprouting eggplants and figs.
    — Rachel Corbett, Curbed, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Naomi, who was born to a Haitian father and a Japanese mother, wore a Nike kit beneath its layers and completed her look with a traditional kanzashi hair ornament and Mikimoto jewelry.
    — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of ornament
Verb
  • Rookies ultimately have to master such challenges as flight dynamics, parachute malfunctions, and landing in dangerous conditions.
    — M. R. O’Connor, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
  • To be sure, successful leaders manage to master this self-presentational skill with the talent of great method-actors.
    — Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of master
Verb
  • Ella Langley continues to whip fans into a frenzy on social media.
    — David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Deploying everything from pickled green strawberries and fresh peas to whipped labneh with Banyul vinegar glaze, artful Viennoiserie evokes more than a little whimsy that spans sweet and savory.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of whip
Verb
  • One of Goldman’s models suggests that Korea’s fast aging population could shave as much as 25 basis points from annual consumption growth over the next decade.
    — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Luckily, Atlanta is home to a wider world of frozen desserts, from Indonesian shaved ice to Mexican popsicles.
    — Lia Picard - For the AJC, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of shave
Verb
  • At the heart of the dining room stands La Venatoria, a rare Richard Ginori vase from the late 1920s, produced during Gio Ponti’s artistic direction and decorated with the Triumph of the Amazons motif.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
  • One of two primary bedrooms is decorated with a vibrant abstract painting.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of decorate
Verb
  • The defense was organized and rebounded well from some early breakdowns on stretch running plays, and Petrino’s offense doesn’t look like the mess Freddie Kitchens’ group was last year.
    — Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
  • In the Philippines, many time zones away from these major tournaments, fans organize watch parties for matches that often start after midnight.
    — Albert Samaha, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of organize

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