variants
or less commonly dapple
: marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background
a dappled fawn
Examples of dappled in a Sentence
a forest that was vibrant with the dappled foliage of autumn
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Inchcailloch, Loch Lomond Beautiful at any time of the year, Inchcailloch is particularly spectacular come spring, when the whole island is awash with bluebells dancing under dappled light.
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Rosie Conroy, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
Edged in travertine, the screens create dappled patterns when the sun shines.
—Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 29 Mar. 2026
Look for locations on your property that seem to get plenty of shade (or dappled shade), and lots of moisture.
—Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 25 Mar. 2026
Set it out on your patio once nights remain above 50 degrees, and give it dappled light in summer to protect it from the heat.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
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Rosie Conroy, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
Edged in travertine, the screens create dappled patterns when the sun shines.
—Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 29 Mar. 2026
Look for locations on your property that seem to get plenty of shade (or dappled shade), and lots of moisture.
—Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 25 Mar. 2026
Set it out on your patio once nights remain above 50 degrees, and give it dappled light in summer to protect it from the heat.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for dappled
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“Dappled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dappled. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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