as in shades
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 hues
Riding the rails gives you time to slow down and look at the canopy’s changing hues, from chartreuse to crimson.
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Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Maximalists can lean into bold, dramatic hues, while those who prefer subtlety can opt for earthy neutrals that blend seamlessly with their kitchen decor.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
This garden shows off its autumnal hues as does the Lower Woodland Garden with its gentian trees.
—Jeanine Barone, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Oxygen can produce green or red, while nitrogen emits blue or purplish hues.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Plumosa type cockscombs have a flame-like appearance and come in fiery autumn hues.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
After a long, hot summer of pale pinks and butter yellows, nail trends will likely be the first aesthetic to cool down and transition to darker, moodier bases comprised of midnight blue and red wine hues.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Loloi x Magnolia Home Sinclair Collection Area Rug Perfect for tying the entire room together, this area rug has antique motifs, subtle distressing details, and neutral shades of taupe that go with all kinds of hues.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
With the help of Louisville design firm Natalie O Design, Saba sprinkled pops of bold hues throughout her home.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Maximalists can lean into bold, dramatic hues, while those who prefer subtlety can opt for earthy neutrals that blend seamlessly with their kitchen decor.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
This garden shows off its autumnal hues as does the Lower Woodland Garden with its gentian trees.
—Jeanine Barone, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Oxygen can produce green or red, while nitrogen emits blue or purplish hues.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Plumosa type cockscombs have a flame-like appearance and come in fiery autumn hues.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
After a long, hot summer of pale pinks and butter yellows, nail trends will likely be the first aesthetic to cool down and transition to darker, moodier bases comprised of midnight blue and red wine hues.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Loloi x Magnolia Home Sinclair Collection Area Rug Perfect for tying the entire room together, this area rug has antique motifs, subtle distressing details, and neutral shades of taupe that go with all kinds of hues.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
With the help of Louisville design firm Natalie O Design, Saba sprinkled pops of bold hues throughout her home.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hues
Noun
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Target dropped new trench coats in various lengths and shades, with prices starting at just $22.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Those shades are likely to be orange and blue, which Apple's invite may have hinted at.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Plus, the women’s version is on sale in select colors as well.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Sep. 2025
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Nearly 3,000 Amazon shoppers gave the candle trio a five-star rating for their adjustable brightness, realistic flickering features, and neutral colors.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Gray tones, blacks, murky greens, and of course, the midnight blue complete the look.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
6 Sep. 2025
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Loloi x Magnolia Home Millie Area Rug With soft gold tones, this area rug looks great with most decor.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Hues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hues. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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