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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
While the small fish are certainly present, offering welcome saltiness (not to mention protein, omega-3s, and potential complexion-enhancing nutrients), your taste buds are not going to be overwhelmed by them.
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Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 June 2026
Unfortunately, hyaluronic acid decreases with age, which can contribute to a loss of plumpness, fine lines, and an overall duller complexion.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 10 June 2026
The Torriden Dive In Hyaluronic Acid serum helps deeply hydrate for a glowy complexion.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 8 June 2026
And the complexion of the outlet business is changing too.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
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Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 June 2026
Unfortunately, hyaluronic acid decreases with age, which can contribute to a loss of plumpness, fine lines, and an overall duller complexion.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 10 June 2026
The Torriden Dive In Hyaluronic Acid serum helps deeply hydrate for a glowy complexion.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 8 June 2026
And the complexion of the outlet business is changing too.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexion
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These colors are so rich, and the bookmatch-style symmetry is neat.—
Ashley Fetters Maloy,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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The one glaring chapter that had been missing began to write itself Monday night with color and pageantry as Miami was home to a soccer match in the FIFA World Cup for the first time.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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Digital services are also obliged to implement an age verification mechanism that goes beyond self-declaration that the user is over age 18 to protect them from accessing inappropriate or prohibited material.—
Sylvia Hui,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Digital services are also obliged to implement an age verification mechanism that goes beyond self-declaration that the user is over 18 to protect them from accessing inappropriate or prohibited material.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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Their penchant for straight, snarled hair continued well into the late 2010s, though the coloring didn’t stay the same.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
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Big Dog Ranch Rescue said that because of the similar coloring and the condition of the remains, the organization believed the dog was Omelette.—
Gershon Harrell,
Sun Sentinel,
11 June 2026
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Ahead, these nine dark spot concealers are editor- and makeup artist-approved and cover every skin tone, type, and concern.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
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The single most impactful topical step, year-round, regardless of skin tone.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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As the New York Knicks make their run through the NBA Finals, a wide range of celebrities have shown up to support the team, including model, entrepreneur and media personality Jordyn Woods, who is often spotted courtside alongside Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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The Lesson Is Bigger Than Elon Strip away the personality and the takeaway outlasts the news cycle.—
Robert J. Szczerba,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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The sentient spaceship named the Andromeda Ascendant was a cool touch, and the show's upbeat nature won over loyal genre audiences.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
17 June 2026
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Prior research has found more than 70% of all ultraprocessed foods fit the definition of hyperpalatable — combinations of sugar, refined carbs, sodium and fat that are not found in nature.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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In 2021, the Giants became the first team to incorporate Pride colors into their on-field uniform for their Pride game.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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Fox’s studio coverage will also be in HDR for the first time, bringing a wider range of colors.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
12 June 2026
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As the crew invades his space and a volatile director (Pyper-Ferguson) pushes him to his limits the line between Levi and his character dissolves.—
William Earl,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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The neighborhood/area Bilbao has an industrial character that is both more modern and more traditional than its popular counterpart, San Sebastián, and the Artist sits in the revitalized upper edge of the Abando District.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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“Complexion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complexion. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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