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toning

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as in trimming

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Recent Examples of toning Regular Pilates is often rehabilitation-focused, while Lagree was designed for muscle tightening and toning without bulking up. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026 These easy-to-use toning pads help exfoliate, refine the appearance of pores and reduce excess oil for a smooth, clear complexion. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026 Guests and a small community of local members enter a subterranean sanctuary of saunas, steam rooms, rain showers, a hydrotherapy pool, and serene treatment suites offering everything from exosome facials and pelvic-floor toning therapy to detox IV drips. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026 The look focuses on maintaining hair integrity with intentional lift and seamless toning for a healthy, glossy finish. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 May 2026 These tools deliver low-level electrical currents designed to stimulate facial muscles and improve circulation, producing a mild lifting and toning effect. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026 Look for tinted products that give a wash of color and smooth out your hair for a salon-like toning result. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026 A bit greasy This toning body cream helps target cellulite on the legs by eliminating bumps and uneven texture. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026 The pigment payoff is intentionally subtle, so think of it as a polish rather than a true toning treatment. — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2026

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The White House official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss a plan that has yet to be finalized, said the beef in question is lean beef trimmings that are used for ground beef production.

— Seung Min Kim, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026
Trees would need trimming, gutters would need cleaning, dead or dying plants would have to be removed.

— Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026

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Those sea views will keep you company during your workout on the little gym platform overlooking the beach.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss, who was in Minnesota this week as a guest of the Vikings, sat in on a position group meeting, spent time with players and watched both days of dual workouts with the Ravens.

— CBS News, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026

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