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shade 1 of 2

noun

ˈshād How to pronounce shade (audio)
Definition of shadenext
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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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2
as in shadows
a time or place of little or no light enjoying the cool shade of the evening

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3
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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shade

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verb

as in to protect
to shelter (something) from light and heat the trees shaded us quite nicely from the noonday sun

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Recent Examples of shade
Noun
Master color mixer Ruben Hernandez is the man who helped Angelyne develop a proprietary shade called Heroine Pink. — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026 The two substitutes put those taking their place on the bench in the shade by scoring three goals between them. — Simon Johnson, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Verb
Style it at the center of your table to cover every seat, or use it with a separate base to shade an outdoor furniture set. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2026 Dog-friendly, wheelchair-accessible and shaded most of the way. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shade
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shade
  1. shadow
  2. shadows
  3. hue
  4. splash
  5. apparition
  6. protect
  7. dusk
  8. dark
Noun
  • Sandusky’s trial produced shocking testimony from other victims The shadow of Penn State’s influence in this borough in the center of the commonwealth continues to hang over the case.
    — Andy Rose, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Not only does this monitor support HDR10, but also Black Equalizer, which brings out the deep shadows for more immersive contrast.
    — George Yang, PC Magazine, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of shadow
Noun
  • To be fair, Snyder, who’s also credited as the film’s cinematographer, captures no shortage of admittedly stirring images throughout, especially those involving flickering light and brooding shadows.
    — Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Bluesign is stepping out from the supply chain shadows and into the world of consumers.
    — Jessica Binns, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of shadows
Noun
  • But the majority were backing the 49ers, something that could be heard as early as warmups and could be seen in the distinct red hue of the crowd shots.
    — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • More rubbing produces mahogany, tan and brown hues, caused by staining from contact with vegetation.
    — Jim Zumbo, Outdoor Life, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of hue
Noun
  • Virginia supplied a cold splash of reality, holding Bailey to a career-low 84 yards in a 34-8 rout in Week 0.
    — The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The attraction first opened in 1994 and became known for its steep drop and massive splash.
    — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of splash
Noun
  • For evening observers, this apparition has been more frustrating than triumphant, with Venus lingering low in the glow of twilight instead of climbing into a commanding position.
    — Joe Rao, Space.com, 5 Sep. 2026
  • One minute, the stubble field in front of his stand had been empty, and then suddenly, like an apparition, a whitetail buck had appeared.
    — Jeff Murray, Outdoor Life, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of apparition
Verb
  • Brughmans’ work outside of protecting his own goal is equally interesting.
    — Matt Pyzdrowski, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Rice lipids and jojoba oil seal in moisture and replenish the skin barrier, while 2% ectoin soothes redness and protects against water loss.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of protect
Noun
  • Adriatic sage brings the outdoors in—this candle smells like an open window in the height of Italian summer, sunlight on tile floors, and triple servings of pasta to come in the late dusk.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Great for hiking, everyday wear, and travel days, these shoes will support you from dusk to dawn thanks to their cushy arch-supporting midsole, secure and adjustable heel lock strap, and additional lugs for even better traction.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of dusk
Noun
  • Indian dark and African dark were a different story altogether, seeming to hold something more sinister.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Jordan Brand will partake, albeit less thematically, as well with an Air Jordan 5 with glow-in-the-dark accents.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026
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“Shade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shade. Accessed 15 Sep. 2026.

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