as in colored
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having lines, bands, or grooves
striated muscle tissue
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Recent Examples of striated
Dan Michel, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
But within the striated canyon walls, a hidden world of microscopic marvels reveals the region’s role as an evolutionary hotbed teeming with prehistoric life.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 1 Aug. 2025
There’s nothing like catching the cosmos above the Grand Canyon’s striated walls.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 30 May 2025
Inside — at 5,000 square feet — the walls are curved and textured, made in striated plaster; the technique was hand-done by New York artist collective Art Groove.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Adjective
The temples are crafted from genuine buffalo horn, hand-finished in Germany, and come in vibrant, striated tones that make each pair one-of-a-kind.
—Dan Michel, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
But within the striated canyon walls, a hidden world of microscopic marvels reveals the region’s role as an evolutionary hotbed teeming with prehistoric life.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 1 Aug. 2025
There’s nothing like catching the cosmos above the Grand Canyon’s striated walls.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 30 May 2025
Inside — at 5,000 square feet — the walls are curved and textured, made in striated plaster; the technique was hand-done by New York artist collective Art Groove.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for striated
Adjective
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During this time, monarchs cluster together in packed colonies for warmth—in a good year, thousands of monarchs might rest on a single tree, creating a kaleidoscope of brilliantly colored wings.—
Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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Remember, a hard freeze will still damage them, turning them mushy and off-colored.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The Illinois skies are mottled.—
Matthew Shen Goodman,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Duran opened a colorful and fun new space in Elizabeth, accented with custom art.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Nov. 2025
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There are ski helmets and Stetsons, colorful Gortex bibs and brown cowhide chaps, floor-length fur coats and hip-length puffer jackets — and of course, ski boots and cowboy boots.—
Cari Shane,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The casemaking moth is darker and speckled.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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The 11-mile one-way loop leads you through a valley speckled with historic buildings, trailheads, scenic picnic spots, and grassy meadows that offer wildlife sightings right outside the car window.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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From goblet-esque toothbrush holders and colonial gravy boats to banded pitchers, each of Match’s offerings transcends time.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
22 Oct. 2025
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Doctors sent Latimer, a 36-year-old Canadian correctional officer, home for his own safety after a banded sea krait bit him.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
9 Oct. 2025
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In the picture, Chelsea could be seen at an event, wearing a pink and red striped turtleneck underneath a pink sweater.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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The mill also had a double loom denim, with one side indigo and the other side striped for unique turn-ups.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Several artists will compete across genre categories, and there may be no artist more varied than Turnstile.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
7 Nov. 2025
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Lost & Found In Cleveland, produced, written and directed by Marisa Guterman and Keith Gerchak, opens on about 350 screens with varied showtimes, the first film testing a new theatrical distribution and online digital marketplace called Attend developed by the Fithian Group.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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Among the other standouts are Klimt’s Blooming Meadow (1908)—a sea of green grass and trees flecked with blue, yellow, and pink dabs of wildflowers—and six figurative bronzes by Matisse.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
26 Oct. 2025
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The first two discs are flecked with revelations.—
Will Hermes,
Rolling Stone,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Striated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/striated. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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