powder blue

noun

: a pale blue

Examples of powder blue in a Sentence

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Chalky light pinks and powder blues can fall flat and read as indecisive. Cori Sears, The Spruce, 21 June 2026 The Project Cloud Slip-On Sneakers are down to $45 in 10 summer-ready colors that can liven up any wardrobe, including olive suede, vibrant red, and powder blue. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026 Kate Middleton also wore a three-strand pearl bracelet along with her powder blue Catherine Walker skirt suit and matching hat. Meg Walters, InStyle, 13 June 2026 Available in standard through king sizes, the set comes in a range of dreamy hues, including soft champagne, powder blue, and a summer-forward lavender, for an instant pop of color in your bedroom. Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for powder blue

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of powder blue was in 1896

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“Powder blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/powder%20blue. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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powder blue

noun
: a pale blue
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