color in

phrasal verb

colored in; coloring in; colors in
: to add color to (a shape or picture) by using markers, crayons, colored pencils, etc.

Examples of color in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Stool color in hemochromatosis is usually normal, but black or tarry stools could indicate bleeding in the digestive tract, which requires medical attention. Sarah Jividen, Health, 12 Sep. 2024 Leaf colors in Central and Southern Indiana will peak one week later on October 30. Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Sep. 2024 Blue is also a rare color in nature because how organisms absorb and reflect light is a bit complicated. Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 11 Sep. 2024 The coral color in this runner ties in the bright and cheerful front door and complements the blue walls for a beautifully balanced entryway. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for color in 

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“Color in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/color%20in. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.

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