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Recent Examples of coloration
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.
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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
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
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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
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coloration
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Those are paired with a soothing lineup of Centella asiatica, madecassoside, panthenol, and allantoin to keep skin balanced (as irritation can worsen pigmentation).—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
9 May 2026
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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
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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
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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
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These are now made up of lightning-strike-bright micro-LEDs with a cool blue tint.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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Even investing in window treatments or tints can immensely impact improve the efficiency of your heating and cooling systems.—
Hali Smith,
Idaho Statesman,
14 May 2026
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Stems and leaves take on deep red tinges in the fall.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Midwest Living,
4 May 2026
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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
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Moore tried the exchange a few more times, in different tones—more acidic, more surprised, more chaotic.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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When Mercury meets Uranus, a hidden detail or unexpected confession could shift the whole tone.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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“Coloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coloration. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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