creasing

Definition of creasingnext
present participle of crease
as in furrowing
to develop creases or folds her face creased with worry

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Recent Examples of creasing This step builds on the eye cream by extending that moisture barrier across the full face and preventing the delicate eye area from drying out and creasing as the day goes on. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026 Flexi-form technology prevents creasing, while light refracting pigments blur the look of fine lines and texture. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026 The key here is to look for smart fits and dressy details, including creasing, pleating, and even embroidery. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 24 Mar. 2026 The hydrating ingredients help prevent caking or creasing as the day wears on, creating natural, even coverage. Irene Richardson, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026 In fact, one shopper even credits it with improving sagging corners around the mouth and forehead creasing. Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026 Folding and creasing a piece of paper. Darcie Moran, Freep.com, 5 Feb. 2026 The Slip Silk Scrunchies are designed to hold hair without creasing, causing friction, or stealing moisture. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 23 Jan. 2026 The lift even handles my 150-pound mattress with ease, not even creasing a pillow. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creasing
wrinkling
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  • Also wrinkling matters is Eiza González as Nick’s wife Alice, who also happens to be Mike’s secret lover.
    Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The report noted wrinkling on Smith’s hands from water immersion, according to People.
    Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026

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“Creasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creasing. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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