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afterimages

noun

plural of afterimage

as in shadows

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As political turmoil and public discontent grow, Geonyoung, played by Jung Woosung, emerges from the shadows to chase down a revenge plot nearly a decade in the making.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
Between color and contrast, rest assured that visuals will be lifelike yet discernible (and you won’t get picked off by a bad agent hiding in the shadows).

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of shadows

Noun

Twelve-year-old Harmony is fascinated by ghosts and determined to photograph one.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 3 Aug. 2026
The Canadian producer/musician creates songs that feel like they’re haunted by their own ghosts, laced with intertwining echoes, tiny sonic fractures, and a palpable sense of place.

— Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of ghosts

Noun

Our editors liked the creamy texture and balanced flavor of this frosting, that didn't leave any unappetizing aftertastes or grit.

— Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Many artificial sweeteners are known for aftertastes or digestive side effects, and some have raised consumer health concerns.

— Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 17 Jan. 2026

Definition of aftertastes

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While not immune to echoes, most people are chatting about the lineup of Czech cheeses, cured meats, and breads on offer.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
There’s rarely anything as straightforward as a kick drum, a hi-hat, or even a bassline here; instead, everything is smeared, all origins occulted in a thicket of echoes and reflections.

— Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 4 Aug. 2026

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