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as in rebels
a person who rises up against authority
the reds demanded a violent overthrow of the government
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as in communists
capitalized
an adherent or advocate of an economic system in which the means of production are owned and controlled by the state
the story of John Reed, the only American Red buried within the Kremlin
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Recent Examples of reds
Focus on rich reds, pinks, and oranges, balanced out with some yellow.
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Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Bright reds and yellows offer high visibility from the street, while soft pastels like lavender, pink and white create a calm, cozy-home feel.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
One of six Grande Suites on the train (each inspired by and named after a European city), Prague is tricked out in garnet reds, maroons, and gold, the wood glossy and the marquetry intricate.
—Rebekah Peppler, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 May 2026
Eleven shades span nudes, berries, pinks, and reds, so there is a version of this pencil for every mood and every complexion.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 10 May 2026
Ploussard) or heavier reds made with Trousseau and Pinot Noir.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
Showy, tubular blooms draw scores of hummingbirds and butterflies, with flowers ranging in color from reds and pinks to sunny yellow, soft coral, crisp white, and rich blue-violet.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
Classic shades such as oxblood and rust provide an intensity that doesn’t overpower when used in head-to-toe looks, while statured reds add energy.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 30 Apr. 2026
Their prolific flowers in reds, pinks, orange and white grow in a compact, mounding habit and bloom continuously without deadheading.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 27 Apr. 2026
Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Bright reds and yellows offer high visibility from the street, while soft pastels like lavender, pink and white create a calm, cozy-home feel.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
One of six Grande Suites on the train (each inspired by and named after a European city), Prague is tricked out in garnet reds, maroons, and gold, the wood glossy and the marquetry intricate.
—Rebekah Peppler, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 May 2026
Eleven shades span nudes, berries, pinks, and reds, so there is a version of this pencil for every mood and every complexion.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 10 May 2026
Ploussard) or heavier reds made with Trousseau and Pinot Noir.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
Showy, tubular blooms draw scores of hummingbirds and butterflies, with flowers ranging in color from reds and pinks to sunny yellow, soft coral, crisp white, and rich blue-violet.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
Classic shades such as oxblood and rust provide an intensity that doesn’t overpower when used in head-to-toe looks, while statured reds add energy.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 30 Apr. 2026
Their prolific flowers in reds, pinks, orange and white grow in a compact, mounding habit and bloom continuously without deadheading.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reds
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Puskin was sent into exile by Tsar Alexander I after his poem Ode to Liberty was found among the possessions of the rebels of the Decemberist uprising.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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The rebels have imprisoned thousands of people including United Nations staffers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
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The president has spent a decade calling his rivals communists and traitors, among other hyperbolic insults.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2026
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What, are you being brainwashed by communists?—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2026
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According to the military, security forces launched an operation in the province’s district of Barkhan to rout out insurgents that Islamabad claims are backed by India.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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The insurgents’ goals vary, from greater autonomy and control over the province’s natural resources to full independence.—
Amira Jadoon,
The Conversation,
13 May 2026
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Previously under the impression Gali had voluntarily extended her military service, Orna learns she was actually discharged early, then entered some shady deals with her ex-comrades.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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Musk is trying a number of tactics to inflict pain on his old comrades.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
28 Apr. 2026
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In the second half of the 20th century, everyone who was anyone in American culture – from Hollywood icons to presidents and revolutionaries – had their portrait taken by Avedon.—
Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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In a video message, Rubio discussed the faith of American revolutionaries and the role of Christian missionaries who aimed to spread the Gospel through the country's western expansion.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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“Reds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reds. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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