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Recent Examples of colorant
Photograph: Aizome Bright Colors, Dark Days Azo dyes, which make up 70 percent of the 9.9 million tons of industrial dye colorants used globally each year, are a controversial topic.
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Alden Wicker, WIRED, 9 July 2024
Many also contain fragrances as well as dyes and colorants to make your clothes appear whiter and brighter.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
Though Red 3, like most artificial colorants, has no functional purpose, our brains are hardwired to prefer red foods.
—Ali Francis, Bon Appétit, 9 Feb. 2024
This supplement is gluten-free, dairy and soy-free, non-GMO, and free of colorants and synthetic fillers.
—Casey Seiden, Parents, 26 Feb. 2024
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Alden Wicker, WIRED, 9 July 2024
Many also contain fragrances as well as dyes and colorants to make your clothes appear whiter and brighter.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
Though Red 3, like most artificial colorants, has no functional purpose, our brains are hardwired to prefer red foods.
—Ali Francis, Bon Appétit, 9 Feb. 2024
This supplement is gluten-free, dairy and soy-free, non-GMO, and free of colorants and synthetic fillers.
—Casey Seiden, Parents, 26 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for colorant
Noun
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The markers have excellent pigment, dual tips (a brush end and a chisel end), and a quickly dissipating smell.WIRED, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
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The case features an incredible 12 creamy pigments—six fair to deep-neutral and warm-tone complexion pigments (similar to that of a foundation or concealer), four blushes, and two highlighters to create a full makeup look.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2024
Noun
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This washing extra can cause the dyes to breakdown and lose its color.Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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The term entered English usage shortly after, referring both to the color and the synthetic dye.Erik Kain, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
Noun
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Or, use food coloring and water to dye the paper in a tie-dye pattern.Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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Lawmakers, advocates call for ban Red No. 3 is a color additive made from petroleum that gives foods and drinks a distinctive bright-red coloring.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Stanley said the recall includes double-walled mugs sold in a variety of colors including white, black and green, in 12-ounce, 16-ounce and 20-ounce sizes with a polypropylene lid.Michelle Chapman, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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The tumblers range from 12 to 20 ounces and come in a variety of different colors including white, black and green, the agency said.Karina Tsui, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Colorant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colorant. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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