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to polish up
[phrase form: polish]
01
to improve something until it reaches a high level of quality or completeness
Examples
She wanted to polish up her skills before the piano recital.
The writer took a few months to polish the manuscript up before sending it to the publisher.
02
to rub or clean something to make it smooth and shiny
Examples
She decided to polish up the old silverware before the dinner party.
You should polish your shoes up before the interview to make a good impression.
