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noun

Definition of palingnext
as in pale

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paling

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verb

present participle of pale
as in bleaching
to make white or whiter by removing color the sun eventually paled my bright blue shirt

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  1. pale
  2. bleaching
  3. fence
  4. wall
  5. brightening
  6. barrier
Noun
  • Zoom out: Ad spending in reliably red Indiana pales in comparison to swing states like Pennsylvania ($717 million), Michigan ($485 million), Ohio ($360 million), Wisconsin ($308 million) and Arizona ($308 million).
    Arika Herron, Axios, 1 Oct. 2024
  • However, today's pales in comparison with the 2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami, in Indonesia, which was a much bigger magnitude, 9.1–9.3, and causes 230,000 deaths across 14 countries.
    Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Verb
  • Similarly, bleaching with chemicals like permanganate or hypochlorite, which consumes substantial water, can be replaced by ozone bleaching using air, significantly reducing water usage and simplifying the drying process.
    SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 5 Dec. 2024
  • To keep their golden color, sultanas are treated with sulfur dioxide, a bleaching preservative that prevents them from oxidizing (turning brown) and retains their quality and uniform color.
    Lauren O'Connor, MS, Health, 29 Sep. 2024
Definition of bleaching
Noun
  • Neil is a southern elephant seal in Tasmania who enjoys knocking over traffic cones, destroying fences, and blocking traffic.
    Julie Klausner, Vulture, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Craig Wood, who lives on Colonel Solomon Drive, said the storm destroyed his privacy fence and caused damage to his roof.
    Lynn Kutter, arkansasonline.com, 25 Dec. 2024
Definition of fence
Noun
  • One deputy appeared to grab the inmate from behind and slam him headfirst into the wall, without a clear provocation.
    Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Trump’s border wall A great deal of border wall fencing existed prior to Trump’s first presidency: Approximately 654 miles of various types of fencing separated the U.S. from Mexico before Trump took office, according to a report published by the Government Accountability Office in 2017.
    Raphael Romero Ruiz, The Arizona Republic, 21 Dec. 2024
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Verb
  • Used for brightening under eyes, concealing blemishes, and even contouring, this formula blurs imperfections with minimal product—and still looks natural.
    Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Candles to take you on a relaxing journey Here are some wonderful examples on how to relax while brightening up your home.
    Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of brightening
Noun
  • Yet, many aspects of women’s healthcare remain rigid, impersonal and filled with barriers.
    Mallory Walsh, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The state has sought to erect barriers around practices that put the elderly at risk for financial abuse.
    Christina Lengyel | The Center Square contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 23 Dec. 2024
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