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Recent Examples of greasepaint
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.
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Cassidy George, Rolling Stone, 10 Feb. 2023
The intoxicating smell of the greasepaint?
—Graham Techler, The New Yorker, 14 Jan. 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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Cassidy George, Rolling Stone, 10 Feb. 2023
The intoxicating smell of the greasepaint?
—Graham Techler, The New Yorker, 14 Jan. 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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for greasepaint
Noun
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But residue, powder and used needles were found throughout the Leavenworth apartment, according to an affidavit describing charges against the babysitter and her boyfriend.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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This powder comes in a few delicious flavors—unflavored, strawberry lemon, vanilla, and chocolate—and is packed with vitamin C, which can support collagen synthesis to further boost effectiveness, according to Fazio.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
6 Sep. 2025
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After nailing Madigan’s position, Satkovich went in to add more lipstick.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
4 Sep. 2025
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Although Richards wore her hair in big curls, her natural beauty shined with light, rosy eyeshadow, blush, and lipstick.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Clogged pores are usually caused by excess oil production, a buildup of dead skin cells, and other debris that accumulates on the skin throughout the day.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
27 Aug. 2025
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Made with proprietary PhytoFerment technology, the line includes a scalp spray priced at $38, a detoxifying shampoo going for $39, a detangling spray at $28, an oil treatment for $48 and hair and scalp balm with a $36 price tag.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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Economy passengers can expect free meals featuring options like chicken with Japanese curry or a fish fillet with a herb-caper cream sauce, along with a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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The collection includes a hat, jacket and jeans, each with Hellmann’s iconic ribbon remade with monochromatic cream denim.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
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Following the brand’s popular launch of Lash Sculpt back in 2024, REFY has now added a rich brown shade to the viral mascara for softer lashes that look separated, lifted, and lengthened.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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For the past few years, I've been obsessed with gel manicures, often choosing a sparkly pink or a standout blue to complement my signature navy mascara.—
Vanese Maddix,
Refinery29,
19 Aug. 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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This Faux Stone Tray is the perfect match for our soap or lotion pump.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Aug. 2025
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Vianna's roadmap includes expanding into a full collection with a body lotion in development and additional shower products planned.—
Kaleigh Moore,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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The brand’s Kali Kali kohl pencils come in a range of mainly neutral shades, but its royal-blue Neela Neela iteration makes for a vibrant waterline accent or a smudgy statement.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
24 May 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 8 Sep. 2025.
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