coloration

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Recent Examples of coloration The Iran war hasn’t yet taken on the coloration of an economic threat, although that bulks large on the horizon if the disruption of oil supplies created by the closing of the Strait of Hormuz continues or tightens or the Middle East energy infrastructure sustains more damage. Michael Hiltzik, Boston Herald, 3 Apr. 2026 Stone veining and coloration are unrepeatable by nature, which is either a feature or a risk, depending on your personality. Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026 Some are bright and showy while others are more subtle in coloration. Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 27 Feb. 2026 Researchers identified the species based on body size, scale patterns, coloration, finger and toe structure, and skin texture. Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coloration
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Noun
  • Even with improved disease control, many patients are left managing the lasting effects of HS—particularly scarring and post-inflammatory pigmentation.
    Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
  • This under-$20 Vitamin C spot treatment targets pigmentation and post-blemish marks without irritation.
    Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The rooms In darker hues with lots of hardwood and colorful fabrics, the rooms here don’t fall into your standard contemporary look.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
  • For those looking to recreate Hudson’s look, this striped blouse rings similar — while the star’s contrasting colors include pink and blue, this blue-and-white version is an equally delicate design with the lighter hue at the forefront.
    Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Noun
  • So your eggs don't end up with yolks that have a greenish tint, boil them for exactly 11 minutes, 30 seconds.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 8 May 2026
  • Stove-pipe sponges, which grow to about five feet tall, are slender, cylindrical, and often in hues of purple, while wide giant barrel sponges typically display a reddish tint.
    Erik Trinidad, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
Noun
  • Stems and leaves take on deep red tinges in the fall.
    Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 4 May 2026
  • That’s because at teahouses, food is served with a selection of Chinese teas, from Iron Buddha, an oolong known for its floral tinge, to Pu’erh, a roasted dark tea believed to be good for digestion.
    Chris Lau, CNN Money, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • The game started with a frenetic pace, with the Wild clearly looking to set the physical tone with 18 hits in the first 20 minutes.
    Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 10 May 2026
  • It’s also stacked with reliable tone-evening ingredients like tranexamic acid, niacinamide, and arbutin, plus supportive ingredients like ceramides, panthenol, and hyaluronic acid to keep skin hydrated and balanced.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 May 2026

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“Coloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coloration. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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