Thesaurus results for COMPLEXIONS

complexions

noun

plural of complexion

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the hue or appearance of the skin and especially of the face a sunscreen for people with very light complexions

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the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others changing the complexion of the department to reflect changing needs

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Recent Examples of complexions Whatnot also expects shoppers to continue the trend of investing in multistep skincare and luminous complexions while experimenting with layered makeup on top of the prepped skin. — Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026 Lancôme’s Idôle 3 Serum Supertint Skin Tint What exactly goes into a skin tint that graces the complexions of Mendes, Holmes, Sarandon, and gets the highest praise from a talented makeup artist? — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 1 Oct. 2026 Sensitive complexions get extra TLC from soothing Centella asiatica, antioxidant-rich green tea, and conditioning lysine. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Sep. 2026 Tons of top-sellers are marked down ahead of the big day, like this Laneige lip mask that hardly ever goes on sale and this K-beauty reparative serum designed to hydrate, smooth, and soothe complexions. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026 To celebrate this milestone anniversary, Armani Beauty updated the formula for mature skin, infusing it with skincare ingredients that help to keep complexions luminous and plump during wear. — Beth Sobol, Flow Space, 26 Aug. 2026 Both men appeared in court Monday, still bearing the ruddy complexions of people who had spent an extended period of time outdoors. — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 9 Aug. 2026 However, the formula comes in a variety of reds, berries and nudes that flatter a wide range of complexions. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026 For years, many sunscreens left behind a noticeable white cast, looked ashy on deeper complexions, or felt heavy and greasy on the skin. — Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

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Noun

Look for vibrant colors, feel whether an item is firm or soft and check that herbs smell fragrant.

— Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
Although denim can be produced in many colors, it is most associated with indigo blue.

— Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of colors

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Downes’ organ swells around her in sweeping, almost flutelike figures, taking the sour tones of her earlier keyboard work and stripping them down to evangelical simplicity.

— Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 28 Oct. 2026
Avoid black accessories and opt for earthy tones like gold, chestnut, and dark brown instead.

— Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of tones

Noun

Shen wondered whether there was a random model that could produce clique-free colorings more efficiently than Erdős’ approach.

— Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 26 June 2026
Its nostalgic pink look is certainly a throwback to streetside cotton candy machines, but this time, the shade comes entirely from vegetable colorings and turmeric, rather than artificial colors.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026

Definition of colorings

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Dark matter and dark energy, also not yet directly observed, together are the source of the vast majority of energy in the universe, but their physical natures are unknown.

— Don Figer, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026
Create characters built around lifepaths, natures, clan traits, and merits.

— Jennifer Maas, Variety, 30 July 2026

Definition of natures

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In his solo show, South Florida dancer/choreographer Randolph Ward is ready to bare it all—his art, his many selves, and, at one point, his body as testimony.

— Guillermo Perez, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026
While exercise, food, and sleep are paramount to a good game, fashion also helps many of the players feel their best selves, and Towns is one of several stylish Knicks.

— Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of selves

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Voters in 10 states will address prayer, trans athletes and other education issues, with some initiatives aiming for long-term change by amending constitutions.

— Lauren Lumpkin, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2026
First Amendment experts say the dress policy draft’s language is too vague, and application of the rules for religious head coverings could run afoul of both the federal and state constitutions.

— Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026

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