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
From soft pastels to bold statement hues, these unforgettable bridal moments prove that fashion’s most iconic wedding dresses aren’t always snowy white.
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María Mérida, Glamour, 30 May 2026
On the outside, the Fortress shows off a geometric design that can be done up in a matte or glossy liveries, each with eight hues.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 May 2026
New York — In New York’s Hudson Valley, the artist Anicka Yi has erected columns bursting with mercurial microbial life, in hues of acid green and coffee, arranged like an archaeological dig at Storm King Art Center.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
The soft nude and ocean blue hues soften the elongated square shape.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 May 2026
Thriving in a variety of conditions, rose of Sharon shrubs bloom June through October in crisp white, pink, and purple hues.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
The ring is available for pre-order from Thursday and ships out June 4, available in black, silver, brushed silver, deep rose, gold and Stealth hues.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Google takes a similar approach to color with the Pixel 10, offering a mix of loud and quiet hues.
—Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 28 May 2026
The works are an examination of the natural world, focused on depictions of the Norwegian countryside in blue hues.
—Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2026
María Mérida, Glamour, 30 May 2026
On the outside, the Fortress shows off a geometric design that can be done up in a matte or glossy liveries, each with eight hues.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 May 2026
New York — In New York’s Hudson Valley, the artist Anicka Yi has erected columns bursting with mercurial microbial life, in hues of acid green and coffee, arranged like an archaeological dig at Storm King Art Center.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
The soft nude and ocean blue hues soften the elongated square shape.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 May 2026
Thriving in a variety of conditions, rose of Sharon shrubs bloom June through October in crisp white, pink, and purple hues.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
The ring is available for pre-order from Thursday and ships out June 4, available in black, silver, brushed silver, deep rose, gold and Stealth hues.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Google takes a similar approach to color with the Pixel 10, offering a mix of loud and quiet hues.
—Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 28 May 2026
The works are an examination of the natural world, focused on depictions of the Norwegian countryside in blue hues.
—Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hues
Noun
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The rooms 77 villas, all spacious, sleek and polished in varying shades of oak.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Getting off the plane, Chamberlain was wearing shades on a gloomy day.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Trade drab colors with 44 percent off floral prints, and bulky hoodies for something a little more lightweight to beat those nightly chills and airplane cabin temperatures—this one by Faherty is 25 percent off for a limited time.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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The spectral figures, marked by their sarong colors, imagined Zodiacs, doshas and more, operate haunto-structurally.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Rich, warm, toffee tones carry throughout the lobby and lounges; the space offers grand views over the Chao Praya and the Thai river homes across the water.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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The process includes multiple tones to activate pagers and sirens, as well as a return tone.—
Jessica Riley,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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“Hues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hues. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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