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as in shadow
partial darkness due to the obstruction of light rays
it was hard to see in the shade after being in the brilliant sunlight the trees cast shade
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as in shadows
a time or place of little or no light
enjoying the cool shade of the evening
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as in hue
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
a lovely shade of blue
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as in splash
a very small amount
just a shade taller than his dance partner
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as in apparition
the soul of a dead person thought of especially as appearing to living people
spirits and shades haunting the night
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Recent Examples of shade
Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 19 May 2026
Across from the ticket booth, tea tables are set up under the shade of olive trees in what is known as The King's Garden.
—Eleanor Beardsley, NPR, 19 May 2026
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
The patio is shaded and glassed in, but with open panels above to allow for airflow.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
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Noun
While some shades increase visibility, a pediatric medical expert says swimsuit color alone does little to prevent drowning.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 19 May 2026
Across from the ticket booth, tea tables are set up under the shade of olive trees in what is known as The King's Garden.
—Eleanor Beardsley, NPR, 19 May 2026
Verb
To achieve this balance, plant clematis between a fence and other plant materials to shade the base of the vine.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
The patio is shaded and glassed in, but with open panels above to allow for airflow.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shade
Noun
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Craters, shadows and rugged lunar terrain that were barely visible to the naked eye suddenly came alive in remarkable detail.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
15 May 2026
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His new film Fatherland, like Cold War and Ida, is shot in a lustrous monochrome that turns shadows into punctuation marks and sunbeams into something holy, and that makes its performers, chief among them an incredible Sandra Hüller, look lit from within.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
15 May 2026
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However, the actor does most of the heavy lifting, even as Nemes’ aesthetic approach drowns the frame in striking shadows — a contrast made deep and inviting by Mátyás Erdély’s 35mm photography.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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Craters, shadows and rugged lunar terrain that were barely visible to the naked eye suddenly came alive in remarkable detail.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
15 May 2026
Noun
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This breezy linen version comes in a dozen vacation-ready hues, but white tends to be the most versatile.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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Designed by Milanese firm Dimorestudio, the cabins and suites are inspired by the elegance of 1960s Italy and pair bold hues with sumptuous materials.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
19 May 2026
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Plus, the waterproof design can handle pool splashes, beach trips, and accidental spills without missing a beat.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Hayes avoided a superplex attempt and turned the tables on Saints, hitting a frog splash.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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The peak of Mercury's apparition (for latitude 40 degrees north) and its greatest elongation from the sun don't occur until the middle of June.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
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The museum site has been a paranormal hotbed for decades, with sightings of apparitions, security camera footage capturing items flying off shelves, as well as experiences from staff members and visitors.—
Gregory Harutunian,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Linc is an open-air stadium, so there is no dome or roof to protect fans from the sun.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Its leaders have repeatedly contended that their resistance to occupation is protected under international law and the Lebanese constitution, if not under the new domestic policy.—
Rania Abouzeid,
New Yorker,
21 May 2026
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Photographer Gary Hershorn captured a dazzling photo of Venus shining to the left of the crescent moon above the One World Trade Center on May 18, as the glow of dusk illuminated the New York City skyline.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
20 May 2026
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Volvo knows from experience that moose are serious traffic hazards, especially at dusk and dawn.—
Kristin Shaw,
ArsTechnica,
20 May 2026
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Concrete dust clotted the air, turning the afternoon dark.—
Rania Abouzeid,
New Yorker,
21 May 2026
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The light-dark contrast that is the hallmark of great lawn striping is achieved by simply bending grass blades to reflect light in a specific way.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2026
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“Shade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shade. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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