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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
The dual coach was more sanguine than his kinetic soulmate Stokes.
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Tim Ellis, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
On Russian social media, the mood was less sanguine.
—Peter Pomerantsev, Foreign Affairs, 11 Oct. 2024
For now, markets remain broadly sanguine on the Chancellor’s plans.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2024
Courtenay, who owns Powderham Castle and its 3,500-acre estate in the southwest England county of Devon, is sanguine about becoming the last in his storied family to sit in Parliament.
—Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
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Tim Ellis, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
On Russian social media, the mood was less sanguine.
—Peter Pomerantsev, Foreign Affairs, 11 Oct. 2024
For now, markets remain broadly sanguine on the Chancellor’s plans.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2024
Courtenay, who owns Powderham Castle and its 3,500-acre estate in the southwest England county of Devon, is sanguine about becoming the last in his storied family to sit in Parliament.
—Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanguine
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Along with Husk and Bob Mathews—the founder of a murderous underground white supremacist guerrilla outfit that counterfeited money and robbed banks and armored cars, played by Nicholas Hoult—The Turner Diaries is the third major character in The Order.Ali Winston, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
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Ohio’s governor and officials condemn it Some marchers carried black flags emblazoned with red swastikas, a notorious symbol of hate, antisemitism and White supremacy tracing to the murderous legacy of Germany’s Nazi Party and the Holocaust.Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
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But while these global companies appeared confident in their strategies, tariffs could significantly hinder smaller brands.Kathryn Hopkins, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
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In fact, a 2023 survey by College Pulse found that only 49% of college students feel confident about their career prospects.Subha Barry, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Among Republicans in the Senate, Gabbard’s nomination elicited a few glowing endorsements — but an impressive list of noncommittal statements.Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
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Each multi-use stick can also be used as a glowing bronzer, blush, or highlighter, depending on its shade.Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Neame, while hopeful of another franchise, isn’t sure the spy thriller will get as far as his multi-generational drama set in a Yorkshire country house and around the lives of the Crawley family and their staff.Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Dec. 2024
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Ichiro is an all-time great and a sure first-ballot selection.Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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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
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Espoir Tone-Pairing Liquid Blush $22 Amazon This Tone-Pairing Liquid Blush blends like a dream, leaving your cheeks with a rosy flush.Sarah Han, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Lizzo also shared a close-up photo and video of herself in the carousel post showing off her make-up look, which consisted of a brown smokey eye, rosy pink blush and a nude lip.Escher Walcott, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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Still, the initial industry response to the White Sox’s four-player haul for Crochet seemed positive.Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Nelson's onscreen video call with Cory this season focused on his recovery and positive attitude and their friendship, but fans were upset that the episode glossed over important details about the accident.Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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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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Michael Modafferi Lawmakers and order Yonkers: How many more innocents will be murdered, mugged and mauled by sanguinary, recidivist thugs and mentally ill individuals, none of whom belong unfettered on the streets of New York City and state, before the left-wing Democrats restore law and order?Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 27 Mar. 2024
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“Sanguine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sanguine. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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