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a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
decorated the room in hues of blue and green
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Recent Examples of hue
The brand is also retiring its beachy Caribbean colorway, so all products the bright blue hue are 20% off.
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Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 July 2025
Sky is Paloma Editions’ first objects and vessels collection inspired by the ever-changing hues of the sky as a reflection of the world, atmosphere, and emotion.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 9 July 2025
Drenched in hues of pink and purple, the eye-popping world hosts less polished characters revealing the animation’s more scrappy, independent provenance.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 8 July 2025
This warm hue is caused by Rayleigh scattering, the same effect that causes colorful sunsets and sunrises.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 7 July 2025
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Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 July 2025
Sky is Paloma Editions’ first objects and vessels collection inspired by the ever-changing hues of the sky as a reflection of the world, atmosphere, and emotion.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 9 July 2025
Drenched in hues of pink and purple, the eye-popping world hosts less polished characters revealing the animation’s more scrappy, independent provenance.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 8 July 2025
This warm hue is caused by Rayleigh scattering, the same effect that causes colorful sunsets and sunrises.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hue
Noun
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Don’t forget to grab other backyard essentials, like a patio umbrella to stay cool in the shade, and an outdoor storage box to keep chair cushions, throw pillows, and games organized.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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The wash shown here, dubbed New Heyburn, looks a lot like the shade Kaling has been reaching for — but there are 30 colors to choose from if this blue hue isn’t your speed.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
9 July 2025
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And hundreds, if not thousands, of jack-o-lanterns in all sizes and colors, a zoo of skeleton animals (even octopus), cutesy yard signs, gigantic inflatables and enough grave stones to fill a cemetery.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 July 2025
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Not only was there visibility on some of the chicer kits like Palmeiras and Borussia Dortmund, which both boast a more retro collar style with a proficiency in color theory, there was a noted interest in DIY styling and upcycling of soccer jerseys.—
Alyssa Hardy,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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His 1959 Gibson Les Paul is itself a legendary instrument among guitarists, known to have a unique tone because one of its pickups was placed in the guitar upside down.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
15 July 2025
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Offer a Gesture of Goodwill When your new boss is officially hired or promoted, use your first meeting as an opportunity to set a positive tone.—
Melody Wilding,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The Nectar Lip Oils come in six ultra-glossy shades, including two — Strawberry Vanilla and Pink Watermelon — that adjust with your skin’s pH to create a custom tint.—
Claire Sullivan,
Footwear News,
14 July 2025
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From using the pigment as a cheek tint to mixing the color into moisturizers, the cream texture has been the foundation of Danessa Myricks Beauty since the beginning.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
11 July 2025
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“Hue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hue. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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