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as in colors
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 splashes
a very small amount
just a shade taller than his dance partner
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as in spirits
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 shades
Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
The pair is available in two lengths to accommodate tall and petite shoppers, and in 10 shades for easy matching.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Asters bloom in purple, white, blue, and pink shades in USDA Zones 3-8.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
This Mediterranean garden proves that there are countless shades of green present in nature.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
The gardens are particularly magical in the spring, when thousands of irises bloom in shades of purple, pink, and white, transforming the space into a sea of color.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026
The American Horror Story star styled the outfit with a zip-up jacket, chunky boots, and black shades.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Among the completely new staples, there’s also a fresh slate of spring-ready shades worth scooping up, including Butter Cream, Willow Leaf, and Pink Pearl.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2026
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026
So that's the thing that keeps us cooler, shades us.
—March 9, CBS News, 9 Mar. 2026
Basil shades the ground around tomatoes, conserving soil moisture.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 27 Feb. 2026
New Zealand actor Shand shades him with welcome nuance.
—Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 20 Feb. 2026
The skin tone shades work as a complexion product or a powder, while the universal shades can be used to prep the skin.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
Tall grass also shades weed seedlings, preventing them from expanding and overtaking desirable grass plants, better than short turf.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
The jersey has Sacramento emblazoned across the chest with a new palette of deep ink purple and bright violet accents, shades the team has never used before.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2025
But Slate also shades Nikki with such specific nuances, anxieties, and sadnesses that, even with a performance as powerful as Williams’s at its center, the show develops into a two-hander, something of a love story between the pair.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2025
Noun
Matt McCoy has already seen shades of how new Miami Hurricanes quarterback Darian Mensah goes about leading a team.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
The pair is available in two lengths to accommodate tall and petite shoppers, and in 10 shades for easy matching.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Asters bloom in purple, white, blue, and pink shades in USDA Zones 3-8.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
This Mediterranean garden proves that there are countless shades of green present in nature.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
The gardens are particularly magical in the spring, when thousands of irises bloom in shades of purple, pink, and white, transforming the space into a sea of color.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026
The American Horror Story star styled the outfit with a zip-up jacket, chunky boots, and black shades.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Among the completely new staples, there’s also a fresh slate of spring-ready shades worth scooping up, including Butter Cream, Willow Leaf, and Pink Pearl.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2026
Verb
Unfortunately, Japanese stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum) is invasive and quickly shades out other plants.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026
So that's the thing that keeps us cooler, shades us.
—March 9, CBS News, 9 Mar. 2026
Basil shades the ground around tomatoes, conserving soil moisture.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 27 Feb. 2026
New Zealand actor Shand shades him with welcome nuance.
—Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 20 Feb. 2026
The skin tone shades work as a complexion product or a powder, while the universal shades can be used to prep the skin.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
Tall grass also shades weed seedlings, preventing them from expanding and overtaking desirable grass plants, better than short turf.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
The jersey has Sacramento emblazoned across the chest with a new palette of deep ink purple and bright violet accents, shades the team has never used before.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2025
But Slate also shades Nikki with such specific nuances, anxieties, and sadnesses that, even with a performance as powerful as Williams’s at its center, the show develops into a two-hander, something of a love story between the pair.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shades
Noun
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The screen protector maintains vibrant, accurate screen colors and touch sensitivity.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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But don’t hesitate to shop — many colors and sizes are selling quickly.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Don't expect any big splashes, though.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The water-resistant outer material guards your essentials against splashes, while elastic straps and multiple pockets help keep your bottles upright.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Customized services from the building’s concierge available to all include events such as wine and spirits tastings that will bring neighbors together.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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The inclement weather was a factor early with slick footballs impacting the passing game, but the group’s spirits remained high.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The corridor before him seems never-ending, extending miles, shadows short and dark, shadows light and long.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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Then escape the skyscraper shadows into Hong Kong's New Territories.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Following a major renovation from 2020 to 2022, the guest rooms and suites feel fresh, residential, and quietly luxurious—blending warm oak and soft marine hues with contemporary artwork by New York abstract artist Tamar Zinn and Hong Kong ink artist Kassia Ko.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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This one-of-a-kind Feather Brooch, for example, is built on titanium in varying hues for a gossamer feel.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage, and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Those themes are alive here, as the ghosts who visit Depp’s Scrooge are intricate, terrifying apparitions not suitable for the whole family.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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But he’s journeyed to Lourdes and Our Lady of Guadalupe, both of which the Vatican has officially recognized as supernatural Marian apparitions.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The First Amendment protects the press precisely because a free press protects democracy.—
Julian Baron,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Apr. 2026
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But unionized workers aren’t the only ones Gloria protects.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Shades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shades. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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