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a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
decorated the room in hues of blue and green
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Recent Examples of hue
On its spring 2025 runway, the house put forward a variety of leather ties, done up in glossy hues like red and gray, and styled with your traditional button-up shirts or suits.
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025
Bilal said the fabric has garnered attention due to its rich, vibrant hue.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Jan. 2025
In colorful hues like pink, violet, and red, crepe myrtles are a favorite of gardeners looking for a low maintenance flowering tree.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2025
Dining rooms and home offices are being given a makeover with shades of emerald and forest hues.
—John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025
Bilal said the fabric has garnered attention due to its rich, vibrant hue.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Jan. 2025
In colorful hues like pink, violet, and red, crepe myrtles are a favorite of gardeners looking for a low maintenance flowering tree.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2025
Dining rooms and home offices are being given a makeover with shades of emerald and forest hues.
—John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hue
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The company’s Ice Breaker 2.0 dyeing technology is paying off as well, resulting in vibrant, laser-friendly shades with minimal environmental impact.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
22 Jan. 2025
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The doll sports a black faux leather ensemble, dark shades, and her signature swooped hairstyle.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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The shift in ideology gave way to new hires, including the NGA’s first curator of African American art and a new chief curator, as well as diversified exhibitions showcasing more women and artists of color.—
Francesca Aton,
ARTnews.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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One of the most brutal fires hit Altadena, an unincorporated town north of Pasadena where people of color sought refuge from racist housing policies, and where the percentage of Black homeowners eclipses other parts of the metro area.—
Hannah Giorgis,
The Atlantic,
24 Jan. 2025
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This gentle yet effective retinol treatment works wonders for smoothing skin texture and evening out tone, while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on your hands.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
17 Jan. 2025
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The Kings showed out on national TV, but the game got off to a slow start with both teams setting a defensive tone in the opening minutes.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacramento Bee,
17 Jan. 2025
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Finally, the lip and cheek tint features a hydrating, multiuse balm that melts into the skin for a wash of buildable, dewy color.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
16 Jan. 2025
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Rotating the front piece alters the tint, making the lens lighter or darker.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Hue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hue. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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