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sanguine

adjective

ˈsaŋ-gwən How to pronounce sanguine (audio)
Definition of sanguinenext
1
as in confident
having or showing a mind free from doubt I'm reasonably sanguine about the adoption of the latest proposal

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2
as in murderous
eager for or marked by the shedding of blood, extreme violence, or killing the Civil War remains America's most sanguine conflict

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3
as in tanned
having a healthy reddish skin tone a baby with a sanguine complexion is more likely to leave the hospital early than a sickly-looking one

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Recent Examples of sanguine After the penultimate stage of the grueling race, Pogacar did not sound sanguine about his prospects for future Tour wins. — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 26 July 2026 Crabtree-Ireland is sanguine that this technology won’t replace human interaction. — Joy Press, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026 Jefferson’s sanguine view complemented his conviction that the American people ought to boldly self-govern, unimpeded by the state. — Jim Rasenberger, The Atlantic, 4 July 2026 On his show, Ferdinand is sanguine at the final whistle. — Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sanguine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanguine
  1. confident
  2. murderous
  3. tanned
  4. sure
  5. bloody
  6. glowing
  7. positive
  8. sanguinary
Adjective
  • Maluma’s playful, confident verses add another layer of flirtation, while Shakira’s unmistakable vocals bring both sensuality and command to the track.
    — Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Whether the quarterback who had looked so confident before his first setback suddenly looked different afterward.
    — Taylor Eldridge, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of confident
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  • Yaga reimagines the witch, who is known to live in a hut on chicken legs and potentially is a murderous seductress or powerful enchantress, depending on the author of the tale.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The women are frequently naked, and the men are either murderous or barbaric.
    — Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of murderous
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  • And, two, it’s being touted as a way to give you the lean, tanned look of a Barbie doll without ultraviolet radiation exposure.
    — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • How the Sun Affects Acne Sun exposure may cause acne to temporarily look better simply because tanned skin makes marks on skin less noticeable.
    — Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 July 2026
Definition of tanned
Adjective
  • Censorship, and worse, are the surest way to elevate an artist and their work.
    — Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Pretty sure that makes this group of football Rebels the most decorated on campus.
    — Patricia Babcock McGraw OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of sure
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  • This easy-going scene belies the region’s bloody colonial history.
    — Michelle Jana Chan, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Healthy people infected with salmonella often experience fever, bloody diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain, according to the federal health agency.
    — Julia Hawkins, Idaho Statesman, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of bloody
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  • But more than 20 years since one of the studio’s finest moments, the reception to its annual releases, including this week’s NBA 2K27, is no longer so glowing.
    — Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Safety issues The reviews coming out of last week’s debut for USC’s defense were less glowing for the secondary, which gave up three pass plays of 20 yards or more in the second half.
    — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • This is the second year in a row that the WMO has detected positive change in the ozone hole, but there are still some warning signs highlighted in the report.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 16 Sep. 2026
  • North Carolina is seeing a spike in positive COVID-19 cases as hospitals brace for an uptick in respiratory illnesses heading into fall, according to state and federal health data.
    — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of positive
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  • Or some other colorful character in some other sanguinary chamber with some other lethal weapon?
    — John Beifuss, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 16 Mar. 2026
  • In a series of sanguinary close-ups, Elvira takes a cleaver to her digits, first slicing them and then fully dismembering them.
    — Andrew McGowan, Variety, 23 Dec. 2025
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