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as in pornographic
depicting or referring to sexual matters in a way that is unacceptable in polite society
was shocked at the blue banter on that satellite-radio talk show
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as in sad
feeling unhappiness
a cold, dreary day always leaves me blue
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as in spicy
hinting at or intended to call to mind matters regarded as indecent
a lighthearted comedy with a few moments of blue humor
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as in intellectual
much given to learning and thinking
a book club that had been founded many years earlier by the blue, progressive women of the city
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as in sea
the whole body of salt water that covers nearly three-fourths of the earth
pirate ships that sailed the vasty blue in search of treasure
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Recent Examples of blue
Anna Halkidis, Parents, 22 Jan. 2026
Try a bright red Miu Miu blouson jacket with a Klein blue turtleneck, anchored by pleated black trousers and a metallic silver flat shoe.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2026
Carol Besler, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Cool tones are represented by airy blues, brilliant greens, light yellows, and lilac.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
The toys include either a red or blue ball surrounded by an off-white disc shape, which also features soft push buttons and three free-spinning rings.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 22 Jan. 2026
Try a bright red Miu Miu blouson jacket with a Klein blue turtleneck, anchored by pleated black trousers and a metallic silver flat shoe.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
Original dials were deep blue, ice blue, pastel green or pastel pink, with straps to match.
—Carol Besler, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Cool tones are represented by airy blues, brilliant greens, light yellows, and lilac.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blue
Adjective
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Until then, the only limits on their selections were Vimeo’s standard terms of service, which prohibit content that incites violence or qualifies as pornographic.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
22 Dec. 2025
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Under a new law, Florida began requiring age verification checks for visitors to pornographic websites, notes Paul Bischoff, editor of Comparitech, a site that reviews personal cybersecurity software.—
David Folkenflik,
NPR,
17 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Grifters can be analyzed by affect (jolly, cold, angry, greedy, sad) and/or by gender.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Jan. 2026
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There are no more smiles and no more hand-holding, only two sad adults.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Best Restaurants Le Colonial A standout specializing in French-Vietnamese fusion, Le Colonial is one of the area’s most distinctive dining options, with a menu built around spicy soups and salads, stir-fries, and other bold, aromatic dishes, along with a creative cocktail list.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
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Its almond-and-vanilla base has just a hint of smoky sweetness, unfolding into a spicier scent that gives it a slightly intense fragrance.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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When reading transfer essays, admissions officers are looking for maturity, purpose, and intellectual curiosity.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Here, too, DaCosta’s reconfiguration of Ibsen, by making Hedda Gabler’s former lover (and her husband’s main professional rival) a woman, and by greatly expanding that role, offers Nina Hoss a showcase for intellectual passion and romantic frenzy.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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During the rare event, the moon will cover 96% of the sun, leaving a glowing annulus in the sky for up to 2 minutes 20 seconds.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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In this lucent sky, long white clouds unfurl like rolls of canvas.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Melting sea ice has opened new shipping lanes, including the Northern Sea Route, dramatically shortening transit times between Europe and Asia.—
Paul McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
23 Jan. 2026
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Climate change, the subsequent melting of pack ice and the opening of new sea lanes is making the Arctic more navigable and -- potentially -- more lucrative.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Some made obscene gestures, and one held up a paper cursing the president.—
Josh Boak,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Jan. 2026
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Guests will enjoy the experience free from disruptive behavior, foul language, obscene gestures, fighting, unruly conduct or inconsiderate actions.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Set in Xinjiang, the film explores the inner life of a depressed man whose encounters with a flower seller rekindle his will to live.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Jan. 2026
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Benefits include economies of scale which would help control costs within a depressed price environment for crude, as well as securing additional resources at a time when many shale basins are maturing and new prime development land is at a premium.—
David French,
Oklahoman,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blue. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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