How to Use tortoiseshell in a Sentence

tortoiseshell

1 of 2 noun

• This isn't the first time tortoiseshell nails have trended.
  — Condé Nast, Allure, 16 Aug. 2019
• Tone down the look in a pair of sleek black sandals from The Row and tortoiseshell sunnies from The Attico.
  — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2022
• Flossie is a 27-year-old British tortoiseshell cat − and the oldest living cat.
  — Josie Goodrich, USA TODAY, 14 July 2023
• The rest of her nails are painted a simple light gray and a deep brown-burgundy to let the tortoiseshell do all the talking.
  — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 29 June 2023
• Think tortoiseshell means a one-way ticket to brown-town?
  — Emily Ruane, refinery29.com, 8 Apr. 2021
• Kenny paired the dress with a pair of white sling-backs with a tortoiseshell block heel, a white shoulder bag, and a large set of hoop earrings.
  — Zoë Weiner, Teen Vogue, 8 Oct. 2018
• Sarah Flint takes your run-of-the-mill tall style and elevates it with a sleek navy hue and gorgeous tortoiseshell block heel.
  — Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 19 Dec. 2022
• Available in everything from black to tortoiseshell to bright red, there’s a pair to match just about any mom’s style.
  — Terri Peters, Parents, 9 Nov. 2023
• Take a look at some of the many ways nail artists are interpreting tortoiseshell.
  — Condé Nast, Allure, 16 Aug. 2019
• The tortoiseshell finish of the side table adds a layer of pattern.
  — Marni Elyse Katz, BostonGlobe.com, 27 Apr. 2018
• The library discovered that the desk held three pairs of glasses, two tortoiseshell and one wire-framed.
  — The Washington Post, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2017
• The tortoiseshell shades are a great modern option, and the frame complements his oval face shape.
  — Christine Flammia, Esquire, 23 June 2017
• The look was polished off with a pair of tortoiseshell frames (and, judging by Kling's creamy complexion, a healthy dose of SPF).
  — Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2017
• For a weekend stay, something more deluxe, like a case of wine or tortoiseshell salad tongs.
  — Ali Wentworth, Town & Country, 7 Jan. 2013
• Yet another white cat flicks a lever that bangs a cowbell while a tortoiseshell reaches up to swat at a set of chimes.
  — Dan Nosowitz, Cosmopolitan, 12 Sep. 2017
• The jovial retiree, with a wide grin and tortoiseshell glasses, worked in restaurants growing up, then had his own for five years.
  — TheWeek, 2 Feb. 2020
• The callback to tortoiseshell sunglasses gives it a bit of a retro feel, yet the neutral palette and high shine give it a modern spin.
  — Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 9 Sep. 2019
• One black pair's available on Poshmark, and a tortoiseshell pair is available at Saks.
  — Katherine J Igoe, Marie Claire, 13 Feb. 2020
• The coat featured shoulder epaulettes, a rain guard, a buckled belt, and tortoiseshell buttons.
  — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Dec. 2022
• The Duke of Cambridge, for his part, looked dapper in a gray and white check suit with a baby blue button-down, and navy tie, as well as a cool pair of tortoiseshell shades.
  — Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 5 July 2022
• The classic Adidas three-stripe style comes in a whopping 20-plus colors, from mint to tortoiseshell to florals or metallics.
  — Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2023
• He was built like a wrestler and dressed in business casual: a sky-blue polo shirt, gray slacks and round tortoiseshell glasses.
  — Vanessa Grigoriadis, New York Times, 30 May 2018
• This tortoiseshell cat trinket dish will keep their treasures safe and sound — and garner many complements at the same time.
  — Jamie Kravitz, Woman's Day, 26 Sep. 2022
• Made of lightweight plastic, the link chains measure 54 inches and come in black, lavender and tortoiseshell as well as in gold metal.
  — Rudie Obias, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Sep. 2023
• That practice has given Cates, who is 60 and wears tortoiseshell glasses, a rare perch to watch the economy’s ups and downs firsthand.
  — Michael Grabell, ProPublica, 3 May 2023
• Scroll on for some of our favorite examples of tortoiseshell nails for every style.
  — Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 9 Sep. 2019
• Garner layered a creamy ribbed knit cardigan with tortoiseshell buttons over a plain white T-shirt and a black midi skirt.
  — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Sep. 2022
• Harvest is a 6-year-old tortoiseshell cat with a great sense of independence.
  — OregonLive.com, 19 Dec. 2017
• The oldest living cat is currently Flossie, a 27-year-old British tortoiseshell cat.
  — USA TODAY, 15 June 2023
• The dilute tortoiseshell calico is a rescue cat who has experienced a lot in her five years on Earth.
  — Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 31 Jan. 2024

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tortoiseshell

2 of 2 adjective

• The tortoiseshell finish gives it a modern and cool look.
  — Thomas Hindle, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 June 2022
• Meghan also donned a pair of her favorite Sarah Flint pumps, which feature a tortoiseshell heel.
  — Amy MacKelden, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 Oct. 2018
• There are also tortoiseshell eyeglasses and a pair of reading glasses in a black and gold case.
  — Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 22 Feb. 2022
• LovieaShop created a tortoiseshell face mask chain that is available in multiple colors like One, a cream and tan, and Eight, a pink ombré.
  — Nicole Saunders, NBC News, 2 Apr. 2021
• Kon also revealed the roster of nail polishes that were used to create the tortoiseshell pattern.
  — Sara Miranda, Allure, 28 Dec. 2021
• Meanwhile, Kate recently broke out a similar tortoiseshell pair while in The Bahamas last March.
  — Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 10 Apr. 2022
• He was dressed casually but crisply, tortoiseshell glasses framing his face and a giant analog watch devouring his right wrist.
  — Jesse Lichtenstein, New York Times, 15 June 2017
• The latest version is available in four distinct frames, including white, tortoiseshell, and burgundy with a handful of beautiful lens options.
  — Mike Richard, Men's Health, 17 May 2022
• To add to the understated but luxurious vibe, Markle added tortoiseshell sunglasses from Valentino and a mini bag from stealth wealth accessories brand, Valextra.
  — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2021
• Matchett also produces tortoiseshell hair accessories and has expanded into silver and gold stainless steel hoops too.
  — Emily Farra, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2017
• Hazel is quietly plotting her escape behind extremely cute tortoiseshell sunglasses with lenses shaped like hexagons.
  — Jessica Goldstein, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2021
• As students filed into the auditorium, setting their laptops and water bottles on tables, Norman entered wearing tortoiseshell glasses and earphones, his hair dishevelled.
  — James Somers, The New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2021
• The tortoiseshell finish gives it a modern and cool look.
  — Thomas Hindle, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 June 2022
• Meghan also donned a pair of her favorite Sarah Flint pumps, which feature a tortoiseshell heel.
  — Amy MacKelden, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 Oct. 2018
• There are also tortoiseshell eyeglasses and a pair of reading glasses in a black and gold case.
  — Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 22 Feb. 2022
• LovieaShop created a tortoiseshell face mask chain that is available in multiple colors like One, a cream and tan, and Eight, a pink ombré.
  — Nicole Saunders, NBC News, 2 Apr. 2021
• Kon also revealed the roster of nail polishes that were used to create the tortoiseshell pattern.
  — Sara Miranda, Allure, 28 Dec. 2021
• Meanwhile, Kate recently broke out a similar tortoiseshell pair while in The Bahamas last March.
  — Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 10 Apr. 2022
• He was dressed casually but crisply, tortoiseshell glasses framing his face and a giant analog watch devouring his right wrist.
  — Jesse Lichtenstein, New York Times, 15 June 2017
• The latest version is available in four distinct frames, including white, tortoiseshell, and burgundy with a handful of beautiful lens options.
  — Mike Richard, Men's Health, 17 May 2022
• To add to the understated but luxurious vibe, Markle added tortoiseshell sunglasses from Valentino and a mini bag from stealth wealth accessories brand, Valextra.
  — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2021
• Matchett also produces tortoiseshell hair accessories and has expanded into silver and gold stainless steel hoops too.
  — Emily Farra, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2017
• Hazel is quietly plotting her escape behind extremely cute tortoiseshell sunglasses with lenses shaped like hexagons.
  — Jessica Goldstein, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2021
• As students filed into the auditorium, setting their laptops and water bottles on tables, Norman entered wearing tortoiseshell glasses and earphones, his hair dishevelled.
  — James Somers, The New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2021

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