as in color
a rosy appearance (of the cheeks)
a baby with a healthy blush
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as in to glow
to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment)
she blushed when she realized she had walked into the boys' bathroom by mistake
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as in pink
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as in embarrassed
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as in glowing
to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment)
she blushed when she realized she had walked into the boys' bathroom by mistake
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Recent Examples of blush
Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 May 2025
While there are always classics like new mascaras, blushes and bases, spring 2025 makeup is all about lips.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Maya Silver, Outside Online, 10 Mar. 2025
No American travels abroad without blushing for shame for his country on this subject.
—Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 21 Feb. 2025
Fox News, 12 Sep. 2018
Inspired by 2003's Kill Bill, the Western-themed music video opens in a church, with Cardi starring as a blushing bride, with glowy skin and a head full of platinum blond strands blowing in the wind.
—Helena Yeung, Teen Vogue, 22 May 2018
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Noun
Baby pink blush and glossy pink lips via makeup artist Hung Vanngo completed the fresh, pretty look.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 May 2025
While there are always classics like new mascaras, blushes and bases, spring 2025 makeup is all about lips.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Verb
Finally, as the name suggests, sunrise and sunset are spectacular times to behold the dunes blushing coral pink—another reason to consider camping here for a night or two.
—Maya Silver, Outside Online, 10 Mar. 2025
No American travels abroad without blushing for shame for his country on this subject.
—Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
And then his blushing bride-to-be, fellow host Mika Brzezinski, vigorously defends him on Twitter.
—Fox News, 12 Sep. 2018
Inspired by 2003's Kill Bill, the Western-themed music video opens in a church, with Cardi starring as a blushing bride, with glowy skin and a head full of platinum blond strands blowing in the wind.
—Helena Yeung, Teen Vogue, 22 May 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blush
Noun
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Women executives of color made up less than one-quarter (24.4%) of the tally across all three countries.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
12 May 2025
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The blue shade will add a pop of color to your tropical vacation outfits and is versatile enough to wear with a flowy beach dress or your go-to denim shorts and linen top.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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In terms of comparison, easy-going Trip World comes to mind, which came out the same year as the original Kirby game and stars a main character that sort of resembles our pink hero, too.—
Mitch Wallace,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Jennifer Lopez and Kelly Ripa have worn shirtdresses in bright pink hues and satin fabric, while Kelly Clarkson reached for a breezy pleated version in a fun pattern.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Snorting, grunting, and other strange noses The parents of Bauer’s patients often demonstrate the weird noises their kids make—all in the name of helping their embarrassed children.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
2 May 2025
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Swanson said the one-day spring training shoot was a fun experience, but the easily embarrassed ballplayer initially struggled to unleash his inner Justin Timberlake.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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While fine jewelry may contribute to her glow, Bailey says there are definitely a few other things making her radiate from the inside out — her son and and her career.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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Amid December’s festive glow, refugees remain hidden in forests along the Poland-Belarus border.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Its coloring looks pinkish orange up close but, from afar, almost seems to blend in with the surrounding rocks.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2025
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The girl had a face that was delicate, pinkish and gaunt in some lights.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
Adjective
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The committee shared a laugh at the congressman’s sheepish realization, and the vote continued.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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Someone who asks for something directly versus someone who opts for a more sheepish approach marks a good example of the outcomes of one's upbringing.—
David Oliver,
USA TODAY,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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That’s about the same brightness as Polaris, the North Star, the 48th brightest star in the night sky.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The large 27-inch screen has a dreamy 5K resolution—an uncommon combo, hence the steep price—and hits 600 nits of brightness.—
Brenda Stolyar,
Wired News,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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With flushed cheeks extending from the apples to the temples, lips softly lined, and light-catching shimmer on the eyes, romantic glam elevates soft glam with a whimsical, spring-ready twist.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
8 May 2025
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In line with her recent beauty philosophy, the star opted for a minimal makeup look with flushed cheeks and a subtle pink lip.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
6 May 2025
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“Blush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blush. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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