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
Duggan notes a parallel rise in chunky, vintage Brutalist furniture—pieces with heft, patina and presence.
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Hannah Coates, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2025
The original 1972 Chevy C20 body features a patina that peppers its exterior and is a point of celebration.
—Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2025
The brand's Big Crown Pointer Date, known for its oversized crown and pointer date, oozes the charisma that Oris products have become known for over the decades, all encased in a ready-for-patina bronze shell that will age gracefully, just like the most iconic country songs of yesteryear.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
Safdie, an obsessive about accuracy, marvels at the grit and patina of the space.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 12 Nov. 2025
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Hannah Coates, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2025
The original 1972 Chevy C20 body features a patina that peppers its exterior and is a point of celebration.
—Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2025
The brand's Big Crown Pointer Date, known for its oversized crown and pointer date, oozes the charisma that Oris products have become known for over the decades, all encased in a ready-for-patina bronze shell that will age gracefully, just like the most iconic country songs of yesteryear.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
Safdie, an obsessive about accuracy, marvels at the grit and patina of the space.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 12 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patina
Noun
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Plus crimson auras and tortoiseshell patterns.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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With the back strap pushed forward in relaxed mode (versus sport mode when the strap is in back), Jeanty exuded a laidback aura.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Dark paint colors can feel surprisingly cozy and create a cocoon-like atmosphere in north-facing rooms.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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Because the dopants are earth-abundant, the synthesis uses conventional solid-state processing, and no inert atmosphere is required, the approach aligns well with existing gigafactory infrastructure.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The charred smell of the blaze still lingered in the air Monday.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
13 Jan. 2026
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The smell of coffee fills the room, but the real draw is belonging.—
Donovan X. Ramsey,
AJC.com,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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During ripening, pears develop aroma and flavor, convert starches to sugars, and soften from the inside out.—
Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
8 Jan. 2026
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This is because ground spices quickly lose their aroma and flavor.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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After being denied entry into the school, Gregory is accused of shooting into the air.—
Terell Bailey,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Cameron Winter’s lyrics have an air of inscrutable mysticism, but there is little doubt he’s supposed to be the one singing them.—
Armin Rosen,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Patina.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patina. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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