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Recent Examples of coloration
Males and females are depicted here with different coloration.
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CBS News, 16 Dec. 2025
The combination of a golden retriever’s affectionate nature with the husky’s striking coloration makes this mix particularly eye-catching to dog lovers who enjoy seeing how different breeds blend together.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025
The body’s coloration is mainly bright orange, punctuated by small green or brown patches.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 11 Dec. 2025
It is constructed by careful choices in materials, coloration, and subject matter to enter the realm of conceptual art.
—Erin Parish, Miami Herald, 5 Dec. 2025
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CBS News, 16 Dec. 2025
The combination of a golden retriever’s affectionate nature with the husky’s striking coloration makes this mix particularly eye-catching to dog lovers who enjoy seeing how different breeds blend together.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025
The body’s coloration is mainly bright orange, punctuated by small green or brown patches.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 11 Dec. 2025
It is constructed by careful choices in materials, coloration, and subject matter to enter the realm of conceptual art.
—Erin Parish, Miami Herald, 5 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coloration
Noun
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Vitamin D status is highly individual, depending on factors such as age, skin pigmentation, location, and health status, making personalized guidance crucial.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
6 Jan. 2026
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Skincare and makeup products that show weakened pigmentation or reduced foaming are no longer performing as intended.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
30 Dec. 2025
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The Fisoew Oversized Sweatshirt Dress comes in great winter colors like burgundy, black, and navy, which can help bridge the gap between summer brights and darker winter hues.—
Lauren Finney Harden,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
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The exceptionally cozy Softstream High-rise Pants are a rare 46 percent off and come in six eye-catching winter hues, while the ultra-packable Dance Studio Mid-rise Joggers are under $50 and feature a two-way stretch for comfort at any angle.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Think pale hues with a sober gray tint or tranquil neutrals.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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Screen size and distance can be adjusted with a few button presses, and the electrochromic tint can be changed instantly.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Jan. 2026
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This is partially why, for the first time since his days at the Holiday Inn, Belew felt a tinge of insecurity when called to front a new band with Fripp in 1981.—
Sam Sodomsky,
Pitchfork,
11 Jan. 2026
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Cookie cravings, a tinge of melancholy, and the urge to hibernate and fix your life all at once.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2026
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The system adapts to tone and intent without forcing app switching or blank-page starts.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Scott says these tones work beautifully across both flooring and wall surfaces, and create seamless, layered interiors that feel grounded and connected to nature.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Coloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coloration. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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