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as in murderous
eager for or marked by the shedding of blood, extreme violence, or killing
the Civil War remains America's most sanguine conflict
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as in tanned
having a healthy reddish skin tone
a baby with a sanguine complexion is more likely to leave the hospital early than a sickly-looking one
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as in confident
having or showing a mind free from doubt
I'm reasonably sanguine about the adoption of the latest proposal
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Recent Examples of sanguine
But by the end of the night, those sanguine feelings would be gone.
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Tony East, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
The Wedbush analysis is also more sanguine about AMC’s debt woes after the company repaid or postponed all borrowing obligations that were due in 2026.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025
Lawmakers this week noted that this previous stance stood in stark contrast to the sanguine responses of Mr. Trump’s national security officials under Tuesday’s questioning.
—Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Mar. 2025
Shelton, who was sanguine about having to come back to beat Hijikata on Friday, said that adjusting to different conditions and regulations was all part of being a tennis player.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 6 July 2025
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Tony East, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
The Wedbush analysis is also more sanguine about AMC’s debt woes after the company repaid or postponed all borrowing obligations that were due in 2026.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025
Lawmakers this week noted that this previous stance stood in stark contrast to the sanguine responses of Mr. Trump’s national security officials under Tuesday’s questioning.
—Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Mar. 2025
Shelton, who was sanguine about having to come back to beat Hijikata on Friday, said that adjusting to different conditions and regulations was all part of being a tennis player.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanguine
Adjective
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His effort to schmaltz Putin with a display of royal pageantry obviously pleased this murderous dictator to no end.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Aug. 2025
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Temuera Morrison plays a terrific villain as the murderous King Kahekili.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The quarterback is noticeably more confident this year.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
25 Aug. 2025
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Despite the unfinished look, the Hornets and city leaders are looking forward to the results and remain confident the work will get finished on time.—
Chase Jordan
August 25,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Aug. 2025
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Jepson returns with a glowing review of the player and suggests a deal can be done for £4million.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
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Along the way, glowing, luminous skin—often accented with a flash of color on the eyes or lips—became Vanngo’s signature.—
Dianna Singh,
Allure,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Under a decent shelter, sure, but not an open campsite.—
Brad Moon,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Available in 30 colors, including fall hues like black, white, brown, green, and orange, there’s sure to be an option that will coordinate seamlessly with your existing design.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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After watching in terror as a man violently attacked a police officer in an El Cajon fast-food restaurant, Iesha Booker checked for a pulse on the bloody, unconscious officer and yelled into the radio on his belt.—
Karen Kucher,
sandiegouniontribune.com,
19 July 2017
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Photos of the man in a hospital bed with a bloody mouth were also posted.—
Jonece Starr Dunigan,
AL.com,
14 July 2017
Adjective
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This simple-to-prepare retro dip gets its rosy tint from Heinz chili sauce.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
29 Aug. 2025
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Cirque Colors Nail Polish in Rose Jelly is just as sheer, but ever-so-slightly rosier.—
Jesa Marie Calaor,
Allure,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For an even more affordable option, this one from Amazon is under $50 and backed by positive customer reviews.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
14 Aug. 2025
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Hale emphasized creating a trust in the community through positive interactions with residents.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Aug. 2025
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The film, documenting the intense, sanguinary attempt by Ukrainian soldiers to retake a village seized by Russian invaders, won Chernov the directing award for World Cinema Documentary at Sundance.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
7 July 2025
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Mass shootings scarcely register anymore, unless the death toll reaches a certain sanguinary level.—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Los Angeles Times,
14 July 2024
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“Sanguine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sanguine. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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