: of the color crimson
Examples of crimson in a Sentence
Verb
he crimsoned the minute he realized the foolishness of what he'd said
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Josh Rivera, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025
The power of a red lipstick cannot be understated—a simple swipe of crimson or cerise has the ability to transform any look.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
Dominic Baez, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2025
Fold in the deep crimson Schiaparelli gown Grande wore onstage to perform a Wicked medley with Erivo, and the star and the French label leaped to the top spot by a substantial amount.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
Naomi Tomky, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
Rhubarb is primarily depicted in various shades of red, but depending on the variety, its color can range from pale green to crimson.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2024
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Noun
The legend explains the significance of the night’s red hues – a symbolic tribute to the sailor’s love, lighting up the world in passionate crimson.
—Josh Rivera, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025
The power of a red lipstick cannot be understated—a simple swipe of crimson or cerise has the ability to transform any look.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
Creative camera work abounds: a close-up of bloody knuckles, first Wilson’s, then Matt’s; a crimson filter as a bullet pierces someone; taillights reflected in a pair of eyes.
—Dominic Baez, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2025
Fold in the deep crimson Schiaparelli gown Grande wore onstage to perform a Wicked medley with Erivo, and the star and the French label leaped to the top spot by a substantial amount.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
Verb
The paddle took me along this tranquil, ambling waterway, littered with sea hibiscus flowers in various stages of their daily transition from pale yellow to crimson.
—Naomi Tomky, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
Rhubarb is primarily depicted in various shades of red, but depending on the variety, its color can range from pale green to crimson.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2024
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“Crimson.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crimson. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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crimson
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: to make or become crimson
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