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to penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object
accidentally pinked my shoulder with his fencing sword
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Recent Examples of pink
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
Cheeks pink with excitement, curly hair flowing and a Hawaiian shirt covered in vegetables over his shoulders, Broccoli Guy has become one of the viral moments of the postseason.
—Molly Keshin, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 25 May 2026
As someone who is best suited towards cool undertone products, the pinks are a bit too pink-y for me.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 22 May 2026
Mary Grace Granados
special Contributor, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
Then at totality, watch how the shades of color morph on the lunar surface – from rosy-gray to pink to orange.
—Dean Regas, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
One is basically the same but finished in 18-karat white gold; the other is decked out in the same pink gold but is smaller and closer to the size of the original Reversos from the 1930s.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
Cheeks pink with excitement, curly hair flowing and a Hawaiian shirt covered in vegetables over his shoulders, Broccoli Guy has become one of the viral moments of the postseason.
—Molly Keshin, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Noun
Color-blocking with sky blues and bubblegum pinks, are also in the color trend zeitgeist this season.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 25 May 2026
As someone who is best suited towards cool undertone products, the pinks are a bit too pink-y for me.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 22 May 2026
Verb
Another option to fill in your garden with greenery is the soft Summer Sunrise Panicum, a tall grass that changes color through the seasons from green to pink to gold to tan.
—Mary Grace Granados
special Contributor, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
Then at totality, watch how the shades of color morph on the lunar surface – from rosy-gray to pink to orange.
—Dean Regas, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pink
Adjective
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To my eyes, Saint Catherine’s lace can be especially beautiful, with its sizable form and dense, pinkish white flowers.—
Pedro Moura,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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This Mermaid-core manicure features a nude base and asymmetrical pinkish-purple tips with 3D texture.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
23 May 2026
Noun
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In all, Enhanced said there were 14 personal bests set by 12 athletes, all of them swimmers and weightlifters.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2026
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Despite the sporadic flips between putting on offensive clinics and going silent, Nazar posted career bests of 15 goals, 26 assists and 41 points in 66 games.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
Verb
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As Stankiewicz attempted to utter another sentence, the train’s ear-piercing horn sounded.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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The county medical examiner said in an autopsy report that Obumseli, who worked in cryptocurrency, died from a forceful downward thrust from a blade that went three inches into his chest, piercing a major artery.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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The main drawing room on the first floor is dominated by two 1960s Italian chandeliers, and there are deep brown leather club chairs and brightly upholstered slipper chairs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Rotate baking sheets top to bottom and front to back and continue to bake galettes until crust is deeply golden brown, 15–20 minutes.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Opening night of the store featured a live DJ, flower cart and personalized silk scarves for guests to take home — showcasing Scarlett Gasque’s brand identity of femininity, craftsmanship and storytelling.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
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This old-school restaurant also serves classic Italian dishes like lasagna and stuffed zucchini flowers—just like mama makes.—
Zoey Goto,
Travel + Leisure,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Swan screamed and tried to get up from her seat, but Matthews allegedly held onto her right arm and stabbed her approximately 18 to 20 times, the affidavit says.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Authorities said Anthony admitted stabbing Metcalf and asked whether the teen would be OK.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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All rooms, including mine on the sixth floor (639), were updated in 2017 by American designer Ed Tuttle in a warm neutral and gold palette.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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The 26-inch inseam keeps things cropped and cool, which is perfect for warmer spring destinations, and its natural fibers keep you comfortable in the heat.—
Robin Raven,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2026
Noun
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From a hilltop, a broad sweep of cream concrete comes into view, vineyards rolling beyond.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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The 60 rooms and suites are done up in soothing tones of cream and silver, with more than a dozen different types of marble used in the bathrooms.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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“Pink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pink. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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