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the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
changing the complexion of the department to reflect changing needs
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Recent Examples of complexion
The event features a striking diversity of body shapes, ages, complexions, backgrounds, orientations, gender expressions and body art, all made equal under the Florida sun (slightly overcast this year) by their status as golden geese for the fan platforms.
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Gustavo Turner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
Qatar were viewed by most pundits as the outsiders for this section, so getting a draw definitely changes the complexion of what comes next, with all four teams now on one point.
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Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
Butler, who played Almanzo Wilder on the beloved NBC drama, recalled that Landon’s naturally tan complexion became something of a benchmark for the rest of the cast.
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Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
If wrinkles and uneven skin texture are a concern, Korean serums can help smooth out your complexion.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
8 June 2026
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Gustavo Turner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
Qatar were viewed by most pundits as the outsiders for this section, so getting a draw definitely changes the complexion of what comes next, with all four teams now on one point.
—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
Butler, who played Almanzo Wilder on the beloved NBC drama, recalled that Landon’s naturally tan complexion became something of a benchmark for the rest of the cast.
—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
If wrinkles and uneven skin texture are a concern, Korean serums can help smooth out your complexion.
—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexion
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Incumbents have run on the perception that the transplants who have moved into working-class neighborhoods are pushing residents out while imposing their politics on more moderate communities of color.
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Smoke particles scatter sunlight, often creating deeper orange and red colors near the horizon.
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An heir to the Levi jeans fortune who lives in Manhattan, Goldman largely self-funded his campaign.
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For him, Hussein’s death was about fighting oppression, yes, but also about putting the common good of the faithful above one’s self.
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The star ingredient, bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate (say that five times fast), reconnects broken disulfide bonds in the hair, which can be damaged by heat styling, coloring, and everyday wear and tear.
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The colors would be unusual in North Carolina, and more common in animals bred in captivity for specific coloring.
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Before the match even began, a group of fans lined up for line dancing, setting a patriotic tone for the afternoon at downtown Miami's FIFA Fan Fest.
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But a director hired to helm a pilot, as James Burrows, who died Friday at 85, was again and again — almost as a lucky charm — helps set the tone for the series.
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Lynn's infectious personality and ongoing quest for selfies made her someone that everyone wanted to know, and her sharp wit kept readers coming back for more.
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During auditions, judges focus on dance technique, high kicks, splits, showmanship, personal appearance, energy, enthusiasm, poise, figure and personality, per the DCC's website.
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The injuries ranged from minor to serious in nature, the highway patrol said in its release.
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The taxing nature of executive roles, coupled with constant travel, high decision volumes, and immense stress, necessitates robust physical capacity.
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As for its dark blue away jersey, that’s inspired by a traditional painting technique from capital city Buenos Aires — filete porteño — that’s used for ornamental design, combining brilliant, swirling colors with specific lettering styles.
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Residents arrive dressed in the school's maroon and white colors, bringing yearbooks, photographs and other memorabilia from their school days.
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The sumptuous production, directed by LaTanya Richardson Jackson with solidarity for Cleage’s characters, provides a marvelous showcase for Woodward to slink around on Beowulf Boritt’s glamorous five-star set in costume designer Emilio Sosa’s inspired Pucci-esque outfits.
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Families with young children could ride all the rides, see the shows and meet multiple characters in a day, if lines aren’t too long, but the park isn’t meant to be treated like a checklist.
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“Complexion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complexion. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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