as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
although the winery is brand-new, it has been constructed and decorated to give it a patina of old-world quaintness
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Recent Examples of patina
There's just something about old furniture that showcases wood with dovetail joinery and a perfect patina, evoking a cozy sense of nostalgia.
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Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
There’s a certain level of magic and patina to it.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2026
What narrative—what historical, economic moment—begins to form when the patina of perfection starts to wear with age?
—Gordon Hughes, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
Go for a full restoration, or get the suspension sorted and enjoy the patina as is, or drop an LS in there and swap its V8 into whatever your heart desires.
—Kyle Cheromcha, The Drive, 26 Feb. 2026
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Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
There’s a certain level of magic and patina to it.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2026
What narrative—what historical, economic moment—begins to form when the patina of perfection starts to wear with age?
—Gordon Hughes, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
Go for a full restoration, or get the suspension sorted and enjoy the patina as is, or drop an LS in there and swap its V8 into whatever your heart desires.
—Kyle Cheromcha, The Drive, 26 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for patina
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patina
Noun
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Something that’s been evident in his aura.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
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Only those who are desperate to seem cool would manufacture or farm aura.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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During its high-stakes re-entry through Earth’s atmosphere, the Orion capsule faced extreme temperatures nearing 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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Orion entered the atmosphere on a steeper trajectory, shortening the heat shield’s exposure time to extreme heating.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Perhaps others in the area have stumbled upon the mysterious flute man themselves, or can recall the smell of monomer from a nail salon at the Redlands Mall.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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Just the check, the soft clatter of plates and that lingering smell of basil and coconut that follows you out the door.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The flavors and aromas of almond extract resemble marzipan more than raw nuts.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
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Channel catfish rely on scent, and they are attracted to salty, sweet, and pungent aromas.—
Joe Cermele,
Outdoor Life,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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East Sacramento Partnerships for a Livable City sued Sacramento after the council approved the McKinley Village project, alleging city officials violated CEQA by failing to disclose and make efforts to address air quality, public health, traffic, and other issues.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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The pieces are designed to be handy but not disruptive to your kitchen aesthetic, including a stylish French door air fry oven or a powerful stand mixer that can be left out on the counter.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Patina.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patina. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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