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Recent Examples of coloration
That kind of split coloration is considered extremely rare.
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Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Their coloration, which ranges from pale pink to deep violet, is influenced by pigmentation and habitat factors such as light exposure and sediment composition.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
Unlike modern six-sided dice, ancient Native American dice were made of bone or wood and two-sided, with each face distinguished from the other by markings or coloration.
—Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
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
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Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Their coloration, which ranges from pale pink to deep violet, is influenced by pigmentation and habitat factors such as light exposure and sediment composition.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
Unlike modern six-sided dice, ancient Native American dice were made of bone or wood and two-sided, with each face distinguished from the other by markings or coloration.
—Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coloration
Noun
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Preclinical data show that the process preserves growing follicles and restores pigmentation, a hallmark of re-growth.—
Deena Zaidi,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
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The ribbon worm, a predator marked by striking pigmentation, was discovered close to the surface, between depths of 3 and 16 feet.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Bright and colorful, the new palette blends all the hues of the Mediterranean, from the elegant teal headboards to the snug terracotta armchairs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Not to be outshined, Casio G-Shock’s Grogu model branded as the Baby-G comes in a distinctive bright neon-green hue in honor of Din Djarin’s little Force-wielding apprentice.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
2 June 2026
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And last but certainly not least, the sunscreen has a sheer, buildable tint and a feather-light texture that melts into the skin and feels virtually weightless—a must for Southern summers with intense heat and harsh humidity.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 June 2026
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And the green, gorgeous Honeydew Smash ($19) boasts the gem-like tint of Midori Melon Liqueur, made with both Dos Hombres Tequila and Mezcal and finished with a garnish of fruity melon chunks.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 June 2026
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The sobering matter has a tinge of irony.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Cuplike calyxes—covered with white hairs—often have a blue or violet tinge.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
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Shen’s hustle set an early tone.—
Matt Le Cren,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
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Giglio, one of the seven Tuscan islands, has always carried that tone in its history.—
Valentina Di Donato,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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“Coloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coloration. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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