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Recent Examples of greasepaint
The intoxicating smell of the greasepaint?
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Graham Techler, The New Yorker, 14 Jan. 2023
Trending Proto-clown stage makeup in rock goes back to the late 1960s and early 1970s, when artists like Arthur Brown and Alice Cooper found that a little greasepaint went a long way.
—Cassidy George, Rolling Stone, 10 Feb. 2023
The final touch was a pencil-thin greasepaint mustache.
—Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 12 May 2022
For the era between 1940 and 1948, Kendrick used aging light and shade makeup and broken capillaries with greasepaint to achieve the look.
—Rachel Burchfield, Harper's BAZAAR, 18 Apr. 2022
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Graham Techler, The New Yorker, 14 Jan. 2023
Trending Proto-clown stage makeup in rock goes back to the late 1960s and early 1970s, when artists like Arthur Brown and Alice Cooper found that a little greasepaint went a long way.
—Cassidy George, Rolling Stone, 10 Feb. 2023
The final touch was a pencil-thin greasepaint mustache.
—Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 12 May 2022
For the era between 1940 and 1948, Kendrick used aging light and shade makeup and broken capillaries with greasepaint to achieve the look.
—Rachel Burchfield, Harper's BAZAAR, 18 Apr. 2022
See All Example Sentences for greasepaint
Recent Examples of Synonyms for greasepaint
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Pretty Pressed Blush is a thin, lightweight blush that is an excellent option for anyone who dislikes the look and feel of powders on their skin.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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There are about 70 to 80 milligrams of caffeine in one teaspoon of matcha powder, which is the typical amount used for one cup of tea, Peruvemba said.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
1 May 2025
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For the main course, roasted chicken and rigatoni were listed on the menu, which was decorated with red lipstick marks.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2025
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Related Articles Beauty entrepreneur Charlotte Tilbury, meanwhile, has benefited from the lipstick effect.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
16 May 2025
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That’s helped the oil and gas powerhouse become the country’s biggest producer of wind and solar energy.—
Tony Schick,
ProPublica,
12 May 2025
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China has increased coast guard patrols in these waters, which studies have suggested may be rich in oil and natural gas reserves.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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Toiletries and cosmetic products that exceed 3.4 ounces are subject to removal, meaning you may be asked to toss out your luxe night cream or pricey hair serum if the container is too large.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2025
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Jelly pink Everything is jelly these days—our blushes, face creams, and, of course, our manicures.—
Jesa Marie Calaor,
Allure,
16 May 2025
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This wake-up call has put more pressure on the mascara world.—
Celeste Polanco,
Essence,
1 May 2025
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Then grab this Maybelline mascara for longer, fuller lashes.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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The actor's dramatic reveal gave way to a second custom look by Tommy Hilfiger, consisting of a rouge tuxedo that offered a contemporary take on Tommy Tartan.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
6 May 2025
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While lips turned rouge, hair went rogue with trends difficult to define.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
31 Mar. 2025
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Twenty percent of the lotions used contained formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, 12 of which were from the same brand, Bath & Body Works.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
Health,
17 May 2025
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Combine with your lotion for radiant sheen on arms, legs, and chest.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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Once false lashes are set, apply kohl eyeliner to line your upper waterline and a few more swipes of mascara to the inner corner for an extra pop.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2025
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That’s because gel liners are way less messy than liquid liners and much more long-lasting than pencils or kohl.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Greasepaint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greasepaint. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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