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as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
the pink of society will be at the gala for the city's opera company
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as in to pierce
to penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object
accidentally pinked my shoulder with his fencing sword
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Recent Examples of pink
Emma Specter, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
Time to trade in her pink convertible for a baby stroller!
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 3 Nov. 2024
Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
The video shows off her rebranding as a country singer, clothed in that beautiful Joanne shade of pink.
—Kristen S. Hé, Vulture, 25 Oct. 2024
Larry Stansbury, Essence, 8 Sep. 2024
From Marcy to pink houses from all up in the Bronx.
—Milton Guevara, NPR, 6 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
In the video, Queen Bey takes some major sartorial inspiration from the great Pamela Anderson, which shows her in a platinum blonde wig, reclining in a Baywatch-esque swimsuit, and even sporting an approximation of Anderson’s iconic pink fluffy hat.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
Time to trade in her pink convertible for a baby stroller!
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 3 Nov. 2024
Noun
This stunning olive green paint color pairs particularly well with soft pinks and browns for a space that exudes modern warmth and comfort.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
The video shows off her rebranding as a country singer, clothed in that beautiful Joanne shade of pink.
—Kristen S. Hé, Vulture, 25 Oct. 2024
Verb
From intricate braids to pink cheeks, here are eight of the best street style beauty moments from day one of the NYFW SS25 season.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 8 Sep. 2024
From Marcy to pink houses from all up in the Bronx.
—Milton Guevara, NPR, 6 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pink
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Precisely for this reason, what is particularly important is the undertone of the brown lipstick, which can be pinkish or orange to create a continuum with the complexion, avoiding creating disharmonious contrasts.Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024
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Curing, often using nitrates and nitrites — preservatives that prevent spoilage and preserve meat’s pinkish color — and salt, is one of the more common ways food manufacturers extend the life of modern cold cuts.Keren Landman, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
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Despite missing that chunk of the season, Nichushkin finished with 28 goals and 53 points in 54 games — both new personal bests.Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 4 Nov. 2024
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Despite three consecutive season bests in yards from Herbert, the team still is ranked 24th in passing.Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024
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One of the bullets brushed his spine and another pierced his bladder, leaving him with a permanent catheter.Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
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Procedures Your healthcare provider may also suggest a nipple retractor or piercing for a longer-term solution.Brandi Jones, MSN-Ed, Health, 2 Nov. 2024
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Contrary to the name, those bears can sometimes be brown.Phil Helsel, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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The mega coral is mostly brown, but has some splashes of bright reds, yellows, and blues.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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An artist customized children’s new kicks per request, painting their names, flowers, and basketballs.Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024
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Back in 2018, Kaws made a spectacular statement with his towering figure made of 70,000 flowers.Joelle Diderich, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
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Another execution attempt of Creech, 74, had been scheduled for Nov. 13 — coincidentally, the same date in which the four University of Idaho students were fatally stabbed in 2022 in an off-campus apartment house.Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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At another pro-Trump rally with Proud Boys members in D.C. the following month, four people were stabbed and at least two dozen were arrested.Conor Murray, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Between 2020 and 2022, according to U. S. Census Bureau data, Texas acquired more than 9 million new residents attracted by the state's more affordable housing, relatively strong job market, cheaper cost of living, lack of income taxes, warm weather, and a relaxed atmosphere.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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States in this zone include Maine, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Wyoming, Wisconsin, and northern areas of Montana. Zone 9 has warmer weather but includes low temperatures from 20°F to 30°F.Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2024
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The available colorways—including a muted forest green, cream, and simple black—are understated yet stylish.Abigail Barronian, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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Add dimension To apply blush for a rejuvenating and lifting effect, star makeup artist Patrick Ta mixes cream and powder blush.Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Pink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pink. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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