as in dusty
consisting of very small particles
the kind of powdery snow that is perfect for skiing
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Recent Examples of powdery
This feminine moment inspired us for the shoes as well; working with silk satin in powdery boudoir shades, some embroidered with delicate embroidery that features little lingerie roses and satin bows, finished with soft suede soles, that come both in comfortable kitten heels and flats.
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Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
The opening hits you with a beautiful mandarin that feels fresh and zesty, paired with the sweetest marshmallow accord that somehow manages to feel both powdery and fluffy at the same time.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
Go All-In on Blue Accents If pink feels too precious, look for a warm, powdery tone and dive even deeper into pairing it with blue.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Situated between Tulum’s powdery white sands and its lush jungle canopy, La Valise Tulum offers a boutique stay where rustic design meets contemporary luxury.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
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Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
The opening hits you with a beautiful mandarin that feels fresh and zesty, paired with the sweetest marshmallow accord that somehow manages to feel both powdery and fluffy at the same time.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
Go All-In on Blue Accents If pink feels too precious, look for a warm, powdery tone and dive even deeper into pairing it with blue.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Situated between Tulum’s powdery white sands and its lush jungle canopy, La Valise Tulum offers a boutique stay where rustic design meets contemporary luxury.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for powdery
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On top of the traditional orange and dusty red decor, consider adding violet and navy to the mix this fall.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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Baseboards And Molding Baseboards and molding get incredibly dusty from years of neglect.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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On one hand, CJ McCollum is a perfectly fine starting point guard.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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He was sentenced to serve seven days in a DUI education center and ordered to pay a $350 fine and court fees.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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