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a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
decorated the room in hues of blue and green
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Recent Examples of hue
On a hot, dry March day, the dusty festival grounds — a movie set where Nelson filmed 1984’s Red Headed Stranger — took on the grit and hue of a classic Western.
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Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2026
The record, produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and John DeBold, details this journey in hues of mid-2010s pop, folk, and indie rock.
—Walden Green, Pitchfork, 20 Mar. 2026
The Face & Eye Kit with the Delectables Earthy Essentials Palette features seven matte and seven shimmer shades with rich bronzes, soft taupes and beautiful golden hues that enhance every eye color.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
The color of Kate’s dress is likely an homage to Nigeria, as the green hue matches the country’s flag.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026
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Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2026
The record, produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and John DeBold, details this journey in hues of mid-2010s pop, folk, and indie rock.
—Walden Green, Pitchfork, 20 Mar. 2026
The Face & Eye Kit with the Delectables Earthy Essentials Palette features seven matte and seven shimmer shades with rich bronzes, soft taupes and beautiful golden hues that enhance every eye color.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
The color of Kate’s dress is likely an homage to Nigeria, as the green hue matches the country’s flag.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hue
Noun
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For European spring/summer 2026, Dacia adds a new wraparound 10 x 10-foot (3 x 3-m) awning to the lineup, bringing some always-welcome shade to vehicular base camp.—
C.C. Weiss
March 24,
New Atlas,
24 Mar. 2026
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Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen threw some shade to former teammate Michael Jordan in a new pop commercial.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Pakistani weddings are often elaborate, multi-day celebrations that place strong emphasis on visual storytelling, color and cultural symbolism.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Having undergone an extensive 2024 renovation, each of the 259 rooms (including 42 suites) are bright and airy, with textures and colors inspired by the Canadian landscape.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Aries season is in full swing through the 19th, bringing a surge of forward momentum, physical energy, and the desire to begin again after March's more reflective tone.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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But the tone of the new pictures also suggests a return to the Romanticism that rankled him in his youth, or at least a lighter, less conflicted touch.—
Chris Wiley,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2026
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From masks to serums, balms, tints and exfoliators, lips have never felt or looked so good.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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That bright, citrusy tint comes from a blend of vitamin C derivatives, carrot root extract, and beta-carotene—more of a little visual reminder of all the antioxidant goodness packed inside.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Hue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hue. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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