Big name in nail polish Crossword Clue

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ESSIE

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

POLISH (verb)
1. make (a surface) shine
2. bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state
POLISH (noun)
1. a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
2. the property of being smooth and shiny
NAIL (verb)
1. hit hard
2. take into custody
NAIL (noun)
1. a former unit of length for cloth equal to 1/16 of a yard
2. a thin pointed piece of metal that is hammered into materials as a fastener

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ESSIE
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POI

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54. Overfilled

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59. See 56-Down

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