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as in shadow
partial darkness due to the obstruction of light rays
it was hard to see in the shade after being in the brilliant sunlight the trees cast shade
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2
as in shadows
a time or place of little or no light
enjoying the cool shade of the evening
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as in hue
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
a lovely shade of blue
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as in splash
a very small amount
just a shade taller than his dance partner
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as in apparition
the soul of a dead person thought of especially as appearing to living people
spirits and shades haunting the night
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Recent Examples of shade
Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 9 May 2025
The Brunette Craze Brown hair in various shades is nothing new for the industry.
—Jessica Fields, Essence, 8 May 2025
Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 27 Apr. 2025
Later in the day, Harmon Park comes alive with children playing while neighbors catch up on benches shaded by big oak trees.
—Christopher Torres, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Super Lustrous Glass Shine Balm Lipstick in the shade ‘Rum Raisin’ available on Amazon and Target.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 9 May 2025
The Brunette Craze Brown hair in various shades is nothing new for the industry.
—Jessica Fields, Essence, 8 May 2025
Verb
Questions were asked vaguely regarding what was to come, and the actor helped shade in various details without giving spoilers.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 27 Apr. 2025
Later in the day, Harmon Park comes alive with children playing while neighbors catch up on benches shaded by big oak trees.
—Christopher Torres, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shade
Noun
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Francis’ shadow looms large, but ultimately, Pope Leo XIV is the successor of Peter, the first pope, not Francis, the most recent one.—
Aryn Baker,
Time,
9 May 2025
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The rift had also cast a shadow at the company’s shareholders’ meeting last month.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Noun
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For color, celebrity makeup artist Fabiola recommends using a hue that’s one shade darker than the natural lip shade for a healthy, youthful flush.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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Lively kept the blue going with a pair of abstract earrings in a much lighter hue than the rest of her clothing.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
2 May 2025
Noun
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Add Alcohol or Vinegar for Depth: A splash of bourbon, beer, or even balsamic vinegar can bring a deep, complex flavor to your sauce.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
6 May 2025
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For something that requires a bit less commitment than an accent wall or ceiling, try a splash of color with a framed piece of art.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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But Evan Mobley fills those margins with his apparitions of length.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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Of the Marian apparitions the Church has confirmed, a remarkable number were received by children or adolescents.—
Emily Harnett,
Harpers Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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House of Aama House of Aama, established in 2015, presents fashion as an instrument for storytelling while protecting cultural heritage and preserving memories.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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Forbes is protected by reCAPTCHA, and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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While people riding horses is a frequent trope for the genre, several moments set at dusk or against a cloudy sky deftly capture the movie’s melancholic mood.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Venice, Italy: Resort 2010 Courtesy of Chanel The location: A boardwalk along Venice’s Lido at dusk along which guests were seated on sun beds in tented cabanas.—
Steff Yotka,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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And although California dealt with brief rolling blackouts during an August 2020 heat wave, the power grid has been remarkably stable the last few years, thanks in part to an influx of large-scale, lithium-ion batteries that store solar energy for after dark.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
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Taking a dark, in depth look at Vecna’s origins with spectacular on stage visuals, this show is everything a Stranger Things fan is looking for.—
Alicia Lansom,
Refinery29,
31 Mar. 2025
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Ford will offer the 2025 Super Duty in two new exterior colors: Avalanche and Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Different species are different colors, but most are pale, red or spotted.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Shade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shade. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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