Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruddle
Verb
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In a completely different genre and with a more traditional archival film approach, Sous la menace des Khmers rouges, la chute de l’ambassade de France fascinated me.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
28 May 2025 -
Now, enough rambling and more rouging—below, our editors (and a few makeup artists) chat all things powder blush, including application tips and favorite products.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2025
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Riding the rails gives you time to slow down and look at the canopy’s changing hues, from chartreuse to crimson.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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Rhubarb is primarily depicted in various shades of red, but depending on the variety, its color can range from pale green to crimson.—
Aaron Hutcherson,
Washington Post,
1 Apr. 2024
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Shaped like glowing maple leaves, the six-piece set brings all the cozy fall vibes while brightening up driveways, walkways, and garden paths.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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The Emerald Cave glows bright green when sunlight hits the water just right.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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And Prince William would have been forgiven for blushing when Kate pointedly replied that the poster had in fact shown the TV hunk from a famous Levi advert.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
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The Only Murders in the Building actress was the epitome of bridal glam, and went for fluttering lashes, blushed cheeks and peachy pink lips for the occasion.—
Starr Bowenbank,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Prisoners tend to use more due to flushing various items and, often, intentionally plugging toilets and overflowing them, according to industry publication Correctional News.—
Penny Weaver,
Arkansas Online,
30 Oct. 2025
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Garbage disposals can flush away food debris on pots and pans in a flash, but anyone who owns one of these devices knows that unpleasant smells are a regular occurrence.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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This protection also works to protect plants that are marginally hardy in your area, such as hydrangeas blooming on old wood that may not bloom if their flower buds are damaged by cold.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Nov. 2025
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For the rest of her glam, Gomez experimented with a more ’00s inspired lip combo, opting for a darker, taupey lip liner and cooler-toned brown gloss, finishing the look with a smoky gray eye and blooming pink blush.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Ruddle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruddle. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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