as in fades
to make white or whiter by removing color
the sun eventually paled my bright blue shirt
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Recent Examples of pales
James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Applebee’s recently managed its first quarter of same-store sales growth after eight consecutive declines, a faint improvement, but one that pales in comparison to the surge at Chili’s or the steady gains at Olive Garden.
—Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
There were 1,381 girls who played baseball last academic year — a surprisingly high number that still pales in comparison to the 472,598 boys in caps and cleats.
—David K. Li, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2025
Noun
Chicago only has 10 cranes in the sky, which pales in comparison to other major cities.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Applebee’s recently managed its first quarter of same-store sales growth after eight consecutive declines, a faint improvement, but one that pales in comparison to the surge at Chili’s or the steady gains at Olive Garden.
—Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
There were 1,381 girls who played baseball last academic year — a surprisingly high number that still pales in comparison to the 472,598 boys in caps and cleats.
—David K. Li, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pales
Verb
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Aged fades emphasized the fabric’s softness and popular status in closets.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Oct. 2025
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William, too, endures as a devoted subject, if one who fades from view in the book’s later sections.—
Stacy Schiff,
The Atlantic,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Plus, with anti-theft fences on the windows and flame-retardant foam panels, your tiny home is thoroughly protected, insulated, and soundproofed for day-to-day living.—
Camryn Dilger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
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The 70-year-old star has always swung for the fences — often literally, in pastoral baseball idylls like Bull Durham and Field of Dreams — with bold, risky choices.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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From the outside, the Harris County Jail might be mistaken for a high-end condo, with walls of windows that overlook the bayou in downtown Houston.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
8 Oct. 2025
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White paint on the walls and ceiling keeps light bouncing around and makes the space feel endless.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Ample natural light from the floor-to-ceiling window on the far wall brightens the entire space.—
Lennie Omalza,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Oct. 2025
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Formula-wise, stabilized retinal is super gentle and minimizes irritation, while ginseng brightens and boosts circulation, and glycerin supports the skin barrier.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Leveraging Scholten’s experience with convertible cars, a folding or removable top lets in the sun and breeze.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
29 July 2025
Noun
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Others delved into the challenges of serving a community with a rapidly growing Haitian community, the second-largest in the state, because of the language and cultural barriers.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
10 Oct. 2025
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Their hard shells act as natural barriers against storm surges and coastal erosion.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The height is perfect for planting hedges or massing in borders for privacy.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
1 Oct. 2025
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Boxwoods are usually planted in hedges with multiple plants.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This technology includes software and sensors that help the aircraft plan routes, avoid obstacles, and carry out missions independently.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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Even the nutritional character of the soil could be altered because of the influx of sediment deposits and underground water contamination, throwing up other obstacles for cultivation later on.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Pales.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pales. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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