variants
also slatey
as in gray
of the color gray
slaty stones in the riverbed
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Adjective
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Rocky, meanwhile, wore a camel trench over a gray tee, along with black jeans and combat boots.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026 -
Arguably, the colors are the best part—stand out from the crowds on the trail with this beige-and-pink combo or this cool gray-and-teal pair.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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To accentuate her silver metallic gown, Twain rocked rocked full bangs teamed with long auburn tresses.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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Hadid’s silver version of the Speedcat accompanied a light blue capri and top set.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Deep meadows lush with vibrant prairie bluebells, gushing water, and resplendent valleys snuggled between giant, slate grey walls top off this classic adventure.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Slaty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slaty. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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