1
: the use of marking made within outlines to suggest three-dimensionality, shadow, or degrees of light and dark in a picture or drawing
2
: an interpretative effect in music gained especially by subtle changes in dynamics
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Oesterheld’s ingenuity and Solano López’s deceptively simple, darkly expressive drawing and shading produce a science-fiction horror tale of rare distinctiveness.
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Mike Hale, New York Times, 1 May 2025
As an actor, Ferreira has an instinct for comic shading.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 22 Mar. 2025
In common areas with direct sun, snart shadings can also be programmed to close at peak times to reduce glare and UV damage to your furniture, art and rugs.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
The sophisticated shadings of McDonald’s singing are of a piece with the character’s slightly affected manner of speech.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2025
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Mike Hale, New York Times, 1 May 2025
As an actor, Ferreira has an instinct for comic shading.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 22 Mar. 2025
In common areas with direct sun, snart shadings can also be programmed to close at peak times to reduce glare and UV damage to your furniture, art and rugs.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
The sophisticated shadings of McDonald’s singing are of a piece with the character’s slightly affected manner of speech.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2025
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“Shading.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shading. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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