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Recent Examples of black-and-white
The black-and-white episode tells the origin story of the Doorman Clause, an insurance policy in the MCU's version of Hollywood that bars people with superpowers from getting cast in any TV or movie production.
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Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Jan. 2026
The black-and-white images of the 350 GT, Miura, and Countach being hand-built here—often at a rate of less than one car per day—are wonderfully evocative, but the assembly hall also looks dusty and disorganized.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 28 Jan. 2026
To depict some of the events described by interviewees, Porter (The Lady Bird Diaries) employs expressive black-and-white illustrations by comic book artist Dawud Anyabwile (Brotherman) that capture a kid’s-eye-view of the unfolding horror.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
Choose from black, gray, or black-and-white striped, and start planning your trip today.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
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Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Jan. 2026
The black-and-white images of the 350 GT, Miura, and Countach being hand-built here—often at a rate of less than one car per day—are wonderfully evocative, but the assembly hall also looks dusty and disorganized.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 28 Jan. 2026
To depict some of the events described by interviewees, Porter (The Lady Bird Diaries) employs expressive black-and-white illustrations by comic book artist Dawud Anyabwile (Brotherman) that capture a kid’s-eye-view of the unfolding horror.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
Choose from black, gray, or black-and-white striped, and start planning your trip today.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for black-and-white
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The official investigators of the deaths during the infamous riot were under intense and explicit pressure to conform their testimony to an official, state-exonerating narrative.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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The betrayal was exacerbated by back-and-forth arguing online and the posting of explicit material, only worsened when the two groups met up in Oakland the night of the shooting.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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While people on both sides have sought to portray these cases as clear-cut, the reality is that use-of-force determinations are rarely simple.—
Diane Goldstein,
Oc Register,
30 Jan. 2026
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Clinicians and researchers find that mental health is a deeply complex and multifaceted issue, and trends regarding teens' well-being aren't clear-cut or universal.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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While Tabouret’s work cloaks you in luminous hues, Jospin uses color much more sparingly.—
Stephanie Sporn,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2026
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As for beauty, Sweeney wore glowy makeup, complete with luminous skin, rosy cheeks, and smoky eyeshadow.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
27 Jan. 2026
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Crafting bright-line tests that separate commodities from securities, or creating a new category, will be legally complex.—
Becca Bratcher,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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There is no bright-line definition for hardship—it’s determined by the employer under the terms of the retirement plan and based on facts and circumstances.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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While there’s been some chatter about the possibility of a zero-hour reprieve, as talks with potential investors are ongoing, the recent cancellation of the nine MLB contracts is said to have made the unmistakable sound of the other shoe dropping.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Elijah’s pride in his mother is unmistakable.—
Adrienne Farr,
Parents,
30 Jan. 2026
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History is unambiguous on this point.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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John Leguizamo has a brief but unambiguous message for his fans who support Immigration and Customs Enforcement.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Jan. 2026
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Instead of sugary or diet beverages, use a squeeze of citrus or even a splash of juice to flavor plain sparkling water.—
Michael I Goran,
The Conversation,
3 Feb. 2026
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In a plain convention center, the chaos moved along as if choreographed, a parade in which everyone marched.—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Each room offered a distinct sonic environment, encouraging guests to explore and engage with the artworks.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
1 Feb. 2026
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Speaking of, the town itself retains a gritty, authentic coal-mining charm, distinct from the polished resort villages elsewhere.—
Brent Rose,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Black-and-white.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/black-and-white. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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