1
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
Made with 76 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and 24 percent Cabernet Franc from a high-altitude estate vineyard in an area of Sonoma known for its impeccable Bordeaux-style blends, this wine ticks off all the boxes for lovers of bold reds.
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Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 28 May 2026
Some seasons leaned into darker, deeper shades of blaugrana, while others softened the palette into brighter reds and blues.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
That shift is evident across the board, from espresso and chocolate-toned brunettes to creamier, buttery blondes with soft shadowing, and reds that lean into gentle auburns with warm golden reflection.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 May 2026
Wax finds that earthier reds like rust or terra cotta can create a lighter feel—while offering a more organic touch.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 24 May 2026
If bold pinks and reds aren’t your style, this silhouette offers 20 additional summery colors and patterns, from polka dots to tropical leaves.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
The judges tasted the 10 whites first, followed by the 10 reds.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 May 2026
Focus on rich reds, pinks, and oranges, balanced out with some yellow.
—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
Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 28 May 2026
Some seasons leaned into darker, deeper shades of blaugrana, while others softened the palette into brighter reds and blues.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
That shift is evident across the board, from espresso and chocolate-toned brunettes to creamier, buttery blondes with soft shadowing, and reds that lean into gentle auburns with warm golden reflection.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 May 2026
Wax finds that earthier reds like rust or terra cotta can create a lighter feel—while offering a more organic touch.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 24 May 2026
If bold pinks and reds aren’t your style, this silhouette offers 20 additional summery colors and patterns, from polka dots to tropical leaves.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
The judges tasted the 10 whites first, followed by the 10 reds.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 May 2026
Focus on rich reds, pinks, and oranges, balanced out with some yellow.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reds
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De la Espriella, who has never before held public office, also promises to sever peace talks with armed groups and unleash a full-on offensive against rebels.—
Alfie Pannell,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2026
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The Rosin Box Project, a collective of ballet rebels who dance en pointe to the beat of different choreographers, is inviting audiences to experience a before-and-after production this week.—
Marcia Luttrell,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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In the years following, Beijing funded or armed fellow communists in Vietnam, North Korea, Burma, Malaysia, Thailand and Cambodia, causing panic in Washington and other Western capitals as the ideological struggles of the Cold War rippled across Asia.—
Dhruv Tikekar,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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During the McCarthy era, overreaching laws, surveillance, and public and private sector reprisals ostensibly targeted alleged communists.—
Bruce Schneier,
The Conversation,
27 May 2026
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The primary race has been described as a potential sleeper for progressive insurgents looking to build on the remarkable long-shot victory of Mayor Mamdani in last year’s race for City Hall.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
26 May 2026
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The insurgents have frequently targeted security forces, government installations and civilians in the province and elsewhere in the country.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 May 2026
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Sukhmati described how her comrades would raid police stations to steal weapons.—
Dhruv Tikekar,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Not abandoning comrades, alive or dead, is a traditional tenet of successful military culture.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Witnessing the revolutionaries’ painful efforts to implement the seemingly straightforward principles of their Declaration of Rights reminds us that the struggle for justice is never a simple one.—
Jeremy D. Popkin,
The Conversation,
28 May 2026
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Perpetual identification with revolutionaries isn't great for the nation's political health.—
Evan Gottesman,
Washington Post,
25 May 2026
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“Reds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reds. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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