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Recent Examples of pinkish
The pinkish-purple blooms appear in summer and last into the fall.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Nude with a pinkish hue, practically the same shade as the natural nail.
—Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 4 Jan. 2026
Around midnight the edges of the lunar surface can still take on a pinkish glow.
—Dean Regas, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Dec. 2025
Spunky plaid bows paired with shiny oversized red pom pom sprays and glittery curly stems can be intertwined with playful ornaments such as lollipops, macaroons, candy canes or a pinkish lavender poodle to enhance the whimsical feel of a tree's decor.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Nov. 2025
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Nude with a pinkish hue, practically the same shade as the natural nail.
—Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 4 Jan. 2026
Around midnight the edges of the lunar surface can still take on a pinkish glow.
—Dean Regas, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Dec. 2025
Spunky plaid bows paired with shiny oversized red pom pom sprays and glittery curly stems can be intertwined with playful ornaments such as lollipops, macaroons, candy canes or a pinkish lavender poodle to enhance the whimsical feel of a tree's decor.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pinkish
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In May 2024, Adrianna – dressed in a pink cap and gown – accepted Sade's degree at what should have been her big sister's graduation.—
Lauren A. White,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
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The cascading plissé gown featured diaphanous layers of sheer plissé pleated fabric in alternating shades of pale and rose blush pink.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, stylist Mara Roszak pulled her copper-brown hair into a modest updo, leaving only a few curly strands out to frame her face.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
23 Feb. 2026
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The runway model danced in front of mirror while wearing a tiny brown thong bikini and a straw bucket hat.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Pinkish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pinkish. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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