marigold
noun
mari·gold
ˈmer-ə-ˌgōld 
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: any of a genus (Tagetes) of composite herbs with showy usually yellow, orange, or maroon flower heads
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Their dark yolks — some farmers in Italy even feed their chickens marigold and capsicum to achieve a deep yellow, even reddish hue.
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Matt Brennan, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024
This time, the engine of the apocalypse is Ben and Jennifer, whose combustible blend of marigold and durango is turning them into a monster that’s somewhere between a so-so Godzilla kaiju and the final boss from one of the lesser Resident Evil games.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 9 Aug. 2024
Women can dress up like the classic Cantina, starting with a floral crown or headband made from fake flowers or marigolds, paired up with a maxi dress in black or white lace.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Altars are adorned with photos, mementos, candles, and marigolds to guide the spirits home and celebrate the life and legacy of those who have passed.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Matt Brennan, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024
This time, the engine of the apocalypse is Ben and Jennifer, whose combustible blend of marigold and durango is turning them into a monster that’s somewhere between a so-so Godzilla kaiju and the final boss from one of the lesser Resident Evil games.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 9 Aug. 2024
Women can dress up like the classic Cantina, starting with a floral crown or headband made from fake flowers or marigolds, paired up with a maxi dress in black or white lace.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Altars are adorned with photos, mementos, candles, and marigolds to guide the spirits home and celebrate the life and legacy of those who have passed.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Marigold.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/marigold. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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marigold
noun
mari·gold
ˈmar-ə-ˌgōld
ˈmer-
: any of a genus of tropical American herbs related to the daisies and grown for their showy yellow or red and yellow flower heads
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