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Recent Examples of black-and-white
The black-and-white snapshots of sailors hoisting lines on deck look similar to the modern scenes still playing out today.
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Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
The black-and-white, slapstick silent comedy made for just $150,000 became a cult hit surpassing over $1 million in box office after launching a tour of the film around the Midwest, not the coasts.
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Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
29 June 2026
McCabe brings up a fantastic black-and-white picture on his laptop.
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Stuart James,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Not all ereader deals are black-and-white, but this 36%-off Kindle Colorsoft sale is extra vibrant.
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K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for black-and-white
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
The black-and-white, slapstick silent comedy made for just $150,000 became a cult hit surpassing over $1 million in box office after launching a tour of the film around the Midwest, not the coasts.
—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
29 June 2026
McCabe brings up a fantastic black-and-white picture on his laptop.
—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Not all ereader deals are black-and-white, but this 36%-off Kindle Colorsoft sale is extra vibrant.
—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for black-and-white
Recent Examples of Synonyms for black-and-white
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There is no more explicit example of the vulnerability of American democracy, and of the magnitude of the task of repairing it once it is breached.
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The real toxicity concern, per The New Republic‘s review of contractor materials, confirming previous reporting from Meidas News, lies in the epoxy resin used for the pool’s new lining, which carries explicit long-term aquatic toxicity warnings.
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The explosive back was thought to have at least a fighting chance, considering both his talent and opportunity as the Elks’ clear-cut lead back.
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In a few short decades every forest in Pennsylvania—and nearly the entirety of eastern North America—would be clear-cut and transformed into a wasteland of stumps.
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The formulas leave skin looking polished, refined and incredibly healthy, creating the kind of luminous finish that feels more like skincare than traditional body care.
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To speak an intention was to limit the luminous sensation of possibility.
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This band may have created millions of fans, but its influence on the 80s rock music is unmistakable.
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The warning delivered by this year’s primaries is unmistakable.
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The surgical field offers an unusually clear window into this uncertainty paradox because the stakes are unambiguous.
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The clinical consensus on ESS is unambiguous.
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With head coach Thomas Tuchel also renowned for his plain speaking, many are seeing this approach as a potential factor in England ending their long wait for a follow-up success to their triumph in the competition in 1966.
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For a place of worship the temple was plain, with a long hallway of overlapping purple carpet and idols carved crudely from blush-colored marble.
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Honda's vehicles feature a distinct design language and identity that evolves without deviating from the brand's ethos.
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Each of them hold their own distinct style and personality, with something for everyone, not just in the glass, but in the atmosphere.
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Billy Leung, investment strategist at Global X ETFs was unequivocal.
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To that end, the Constitution laid down clear, unequivocal and enforceable rules to protect individuals’ rights.
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“Black-and-white.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/black-and-white. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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