Thesaurus results for RUBY

ruby

adjective

Definition of ruby

as in crimson

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Recent Examples of ruby Manchin has held that seat since 2010, repeatedly defeating Republican candidates in what has become a ruby-red state. — Sahil Kapur, NBC News, 1 Feb. 2023 As two chickens look on, the ruby-red slipper-shoe of a woman (Rosa) steps out the door. — Vulture, 6 Jan. 2023 Chung says that the restaurant remained takeout-only throughout the pandemic and never reinstated dine-in service, despite its roomy ruby-red booths. — Kara Baskin, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Dec. 2022 The ruby-red rectangle houses the wonderful fragrance, and is capped by a gold bar. — Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022 See All Example Sentences for ruby

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Lisa’s crimson dress, hailing from The Attico, was crafted of a sheer mesh fabric and featured a structured bodice that transitioned to more mesh adornments on either side of the singer’s waist.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2026
Agnelle’s purple leather gloves, the Johnstons of Elgin cashmere scarf in rich eggplant, and Hill House Home’s crimson floral pin.

— Laura Jackson, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of crimson

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In addition to this trendy cherry red, there are more colors to peruse including classic black, soft pale blue, approachable gray, and more.

— Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2026
Reinhart’s character, Olive Smith, is primarily seen wearing her lab coat, but outside of the laboratory, she is dressed in red, blue and green outfits.

— Tanya Fedak, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026

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