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plural teal or teals
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: any of various widely distributed small short-necked dabblers (genus Anas) compare blue-winged teal, green-winged teal
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The grainy technique is particularly visible in Il grand letto azzurro (1965), featured in the Lévy Gorvy Dayan show, where close inspection of the teal bedspread reveals a tan floral pattern made up of non-pigmented sand.
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Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2026
Suitable for both indoor and outdoor, this unique rug from Sundays plays with an unexpected color palette—a dusty, pastel teal against jute—and pattern, dueling stripes.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
After wowing on the red carpet in a teal mosaic peplum Giorgio Armani Privé gown and $35 million worth of diamonds, Hudson arrived at the Vanity Fair after-party in another head-turning look this time in the form of a shimmery LBD with a massive cutout.
—Tessa Petak, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Influenced by the vibrant teals, turquoises, and aquamarines found along the Mediterranean coast, the glossy blue-green shade brings seaside vibes to any kitchen—just in time for the warmer spring and summer seasons.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026
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Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2026
Suitable for both indoor and outdoor, this unique rug from Sundays plays with an unexpected color palette—a dusty, pastel teal against jute—and pattern, dueling stripes.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
After wowing on the red carpet in a teal mosaic peplum Giorgio Armani Privé gown and $35 million worth of diamonds, Hudson arrived at the Vanity Fair after-party in another head-turning look this time in the form of a shimmery LBD with a massive cutout.
—Tessa Petak, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Influenced by the vibrant teals, turquoises, and aquamarines found along the Mediterranean coast, the glossy blue-green shade brings seaside vibes to any kitchen—just in time for the warmer spring and summer seasons.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Teal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teal. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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