: of the color crimson
Examples of crimson in a Sentence
Verb
he crimsoned the minute he realized the foolishness of what he'd said
Recent Examples on the Web
Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Mar. 2024
In autumn, Finland is bathed in shades of crimson and gold, and the springtime is temperate and green.
—Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Mar. 2024
Some of the Dukes now in IU crimson were among JMU’s most-productive players last season.
—Zach Osterman, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Jan. 2024
The power of a red lipstick cannot be understated—a simple swipe of crimson or cerise has the ability to transform any look.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2024
To take a note from Kyle Richards’ book, pick up bright colors like crimson, chartreuse, and royal lilac, or stick to the basics with white, black, and other neutrals.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 28 Jan. 2024
Dark oaks and crimson infuse the design details, complete with an exquisite centerpiece of a custom replica of an 18th-century French desk.
—Gemma Harris, Robb Report, 22 Feb. 2024
That's when the actor and author dyed her hair a vibrant red velvet color — the perfect cool crimson with fuchsia intensity that she's been gorgeously sporting ever since.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 5 Feb. 2024
The crimson in that delectable delight is a reminder of the power of migration.
—Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 5 Feb. 2024
Lawrence Yee, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
In closing, the meticulous reproduction of a theater, a tribute to La Scala in Milan, where the crimson curtain and the tiers of the boxes open onto a scene featuring creations inspired by the designers’ most beloved works.
—Pino Gagliardi, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Apr. 2024
Its swooping curves and cantilevered body wraps around a crimson red cast-iron plate that holds 21 tons of string tension.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
In 2024, crimson, emerald, indigo and saffron clouds will hover over the country on March 25 for one of its most vibrant, joyful and colorful festivals.
—Hari Kumar, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2024
Deep crimson purple in the glass this delightful wine invites you in with aromas of dark chocolate, blueberry, and black plum.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
Paster and Blunt, who’ve been collaborating for 18 years, also served up attention-grabbing red for the star’s stellar Oppenheimer run, including a wow moment with crimson Armani Privé sequins and Tiffany & Co. jewels for the Critics Choice Awards.
—Carol McColgin, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Mar. 2024
But these crimson flashers have inspired at least one riot, are a fascinating technological innovation, and, really, symbolize a rather beautiful altruistic method of human communication.
—Susan Howson, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2024
Myanmar’s democratic transition under Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi further curtailed the region’s role in drugs, with U.N.-backed crop substitution programs transforming crimson poppy fields into fruit orchards and tea plantations.
—TIME, 21 Mar. 2024
Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2024
The same gochugaru, or red-pepper powder, that stains crimson a head of napa cabbage kimchi is also used in other banchan, various dressed salads called muchims and uplifting jorims, or braises.
—New York Times, 13 June 2022
Noun
Speaking of shoulder season, visit Finland in autumn, between September to November, when the temperature fluctuates between 41°F and 59°F, and the country's trees are plentiful shades of yellow and crimson.
—Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Mar. 2024
In autumn, Finland is bathed in shades of crimson and gold, and the springtime is temperate and green.
—Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Mar. 2024
Some of the Dukes now in IU crimson were among JMU’s most-productive players last season.
—Zach Osterman, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Jan. 2024
The power of a red lipstick cannot be understated—a simple swipe of crimson or cerise has the ability to transform any look.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2024
To take a note from Kyle Richards’ book, pick up bright colors like crimson, chartreuse, and royal lilac, or stick to the basics with white, black, and other neutrals.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 28 Jan. 2024
Dark oaks and crimson infuse the design details, complete with an exquisite centerpiece of a custom replica of an 18th-century French desk.
—Gemma Harris, Robb Report, 22 Feb. 2024
That's when the actor and author dyed her hair a vibrant red velvet color — the perfect cool crimson with fuchsia intensity that she's been gorgeously sporting ever since.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 5 Feb. 2024
The crimson in that delectable delight is a reminder of the power of migration.
—Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 5 Feb. 2024
Adjective
The journalist and philanthropist, 54, wore a revealing crimson corset dress to the White House state dinner on Wednesday, April 10.
—Lawrence Yee, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
In closing, the meticulous reproduction of a theater, a tribute to La Scala in Milan, where the crimson curtain and the tiers of the boxes open onto a scene featuring creations inspired by the designers’ most beloved works.
—Pino Gagliardi, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Apr. 2024
Its swooping curves and cantilevered body wraps around a crimson red cast-iron plate that holds 21 tons of string tension.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
In 2024, crimson, emerald, indigo and saffron clouds will hover over the country on March 25 for one of its most vibrant, joyful and colorful festivals.
—Hari Kumar, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2024
Deep crimson purple in the glass this delightful wine invites you in with aromas of dark chocolate, blueberry, and black plum.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
Paster and Blunt, who’ve been collaborating for 18 years, also served up attention-grabbing red for the star’s stellar Oppenheimer run, including a wow moment with crimson Armani Privé sequins and Tiffany & Co. jewels for the Critics Choice Awards.
—Carol McColgin, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Mar. 2024
But these crimson flashers have inspired at least one riot, are a fascinating technological innovation, and, really, symbolize a rather beautiful altruistic method of human communication.
—Susan Howson, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2024
Myanmar’s democratic transition under Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi further curtailed the region’s role in drugs, with U.N.-backed crop substitution programs transforming crimson poppy fields into fruit orchards and tea plantations.
—TIME, 21 Mar. 2024
Verb
Rhubarb is primarily depicted in various shades of red, but depending on the variety, its color can range from pale green to crimson.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2024
The same gochugaru, or red-pepper powder, that stains crimson a head of napa cabbage kimchi is also used in other banchan, various dressed salads called muchims and uplifting jorims, or braises.
—New York Times, 13 June 2022
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“Crimson.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crimson. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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: to make or become crimson
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