color scheme

noun

: a particular combination of colors
They chose an unusual color scheme for the living room.

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Beyond the jersey, skaters will have new pants, gloves and dark blue helmets with decals that have the new color scheme. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 2 Nov. 2026 Its floral pattern blends hues like terracotta, light olive green, and warm beige for a seasonal color scheme with plenty of warmth for an inviting dining room. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2026 The bathroom is an ode to Amelie’s distinctive color scheme, with a mint-green toilet and sink against burgundy penny tile. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 27 Oct. 2026 To mimic the color scheme found in her outfit, Doja’s makeup consisted of a bright pink lippie and coordinating pink blush. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for color scheme

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“Color scheme.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/color%20scheme. Accessed 4 Nov. 2026.

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