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adjective

Definition of checkerednext
as in multicolored

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checkered

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verb

past tense of checker
as in striped

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Recent Examples of checkered
Adjective
In school photos, the future Prince of Wales could be seen wearing the society’s signature waistcoat and checkered pants. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 18 June 2026 The bride wore white; the groom wore a checkered jacket. — Cindi Andrews, IndyStar, 25 May 2026 When people question commemorating an event with such a checkered past, Richie answers that two or more different things can be true at the same time. — Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 20 May 2026 The checkered reputation of fan behavior dates to the days of England’s worst episodes of hooliganism in the 1970s and 80s. — ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for checkered
Recent Examples of Synonyms for checkered
  1. multicolored
  2. striped
  3. speckled
  4. mottled
  5. shaded
  6. patterned
  7. colored
  8. flecked
Adjective
  • Choose from eleven different solid and multicolored options to fit your decor.
    — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Definition of multicolored
Verb
  • That included the par-5 18th, where Koivun striped another long-range approach to 13 feet, setting up another holed putt for eagle.
    — Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 28 July 2026
  • Croonenberghs wore a brown-and-white striped T-shirt, olive green cargo pants, white tennis shoes, and a navy blue denim baseball cap over his dark hair.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 27 July 2026
Definition of striped
Adjective
  • In reality, EcoBirdy’s signature speckled finish is made from recycled plastic toys—a fitting second life for a table designed to be covered in them.
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 31 July 2026
  • Anglers often congregate at Eagle Point Fishing Camp, where the bay’s crosscurrents attract redfish, speckled trout, flounder, and more.
    — Gabi De la Rosa, Southern Living, 29 July 2026
Definition of speckled
Verb
  • The mosquito, mottled in neon pink and purple, can be seen on a nearby computer screen.
    — Ari Daniel, NPR, 11 June 2026
  • The sides may be mottled with brown blotches.
    — Ken Perrotte, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
Definition of mottled
Adjective
  • Place in a Warm Spot Place your pot in a warm, shaded spot and keep it damp until the green shoots emerge in one to three weeks.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The covered porch created a comfortable, shaded space where the homeowners can watch their kids play, interact with neighbors walking by, and host seasonal gatherings like trick-or-treating on Halloween.
    — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of shaded
Verb
  • The Chapter 02 lineup includes wrap coats in twin layers of double-faced wool; reversible jackets with one side plain, the other patterned, and crinkled unisex trenchcoats that pack up neatly into a travel pouch, printed with a bicycle pattern drawn from Veldkamp’s art, among other key items.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Definition of patterned
Adjective
  • White wines might look more yellow, or reds may be brick-colored or brownish.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 20 July 2026
  • The dark-colored wash is a nice, polished touch—even with their relaxed silhouette, and midriff bearing rise.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 18 July 2026
Definition of colored
Verb
  • Teal is coming out on top, with its mesmerizing mix of sea-blue and green undertones, as well as flamingo pinks flecked with iridescent shimmer particles.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 18 July 2026
  • Around us were rolling hills flecked with houses, dappled by the sun shining through the clouds.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 June 2026
Definition of flecked

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