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Noun
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Just like drug dealers, the internet dealers roamed the parks selling their product in whispers, avoiding police persecution.—
Abraham Jiménez Enoa,
The Dial,
19 May 2026 -
There were also whispers about Safra's stylish wife Lily.—
Erin Moriarty,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
Noun
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This season, designers continue to favor vibrant hues, elevated button detailing and rich textures to add depth to office dressing, whether through tonal layering or unexpected pairings.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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Some of the hundreds of available hues rival even my favorite nail-polish brands for their oddball names and vibrancy.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Stems and leaves take on deep red tinges in the fall.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Midwest Living,
4 May 2026
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Anna, who lives in the now in many ways, doesn’t appear to feel resentment about this; Emily clearly has tinges of guilt.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The film, which is set to bow in Un Certain Regard on May 21, tumbles through tones, swerving through pitch-black humor, empathy, fury and larger-than-life moments.—
William Earl,
Variety,
20 May 2026
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Long sought after by breeders and gardeners, the elusive goal of a hosta with stable, lasting red tones has finally been achieved.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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“Undertones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undertones. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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