color in

verb

colored in; coloring in; colors in
: to add color to (a shape or picture) by using markers, crayons, colored pencils, etc.

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Straw colored in the glass, this wine has aromas of white flowers, green apple, honeydew melon, and lemon. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026 Big 12 projections To color in context on his model’s projections, Mock answers a few of the biggest questions looming over the Big 12 heading into the season. Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 The ribbed detailing of the pillows adds a sophisticated feel, while the earthy, terracotta colors in off-white, beige, brick red, and mustard yellow bring subtle seasonal warmth that makes any space feel welcoming. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2026 Hicks’ rare public move urging low-polling Democratic candidates, which included every minority candidate of color in the race, to consider their viability sparked widespread controversy during the primary. Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for color in

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“Color in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/color%20in. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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