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as in shadow
partial darkness due to the obstruction of light rays
it was hard to see in the shade after being in the brilliant sunlight the trees cast shade
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as in shadows
a time or place of little or no light
enjoying the cool shade of the evening
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as in hue
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
a lovely shade of blue
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as in splash
a very small amount
just a shade taller than his dance partner
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as in apparition
the soul of a dead person thought of especially as appearing to living people
spirits and shades haunting the night
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Recent Examples of shade
Martino Carrera, WWD, 14 Feb. 2025
Blum wore a grey crewneck sweatshirt, dark-colored pants, white sneakers, and a pair of large red shades.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Naomi Campbell remains iconic– and shades Anna Wintour – at Harlem's Fashion Row event
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The CFDA, which organizes Fashion Weeks across the globe, partnered for the first time last year with Rockefeller Center to stream presentations of collections for public viewing.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Speaking of the latter, green was the season’s predominant color, offered by brands in different shades, from the pistachio lenses of Vogue Eyewear and Lapima’s avocado green iteration to bottle green on the Ray-Ban Mega Clubmaster and L.G.R’s mineral glass lenses.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 14 Feb. 2025
Blum wore a grey crewneck sweatshirt, dark-colored pants, white sneakers, and a pair of large red shades.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
Verb
The town’s cozy, shaded forest atmosphere has opened up to reveal sweeping views of canyons and mountains.
—Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Naomi Campbell remains iconic– and shades Anna Wintour – at Harlem's Fashion Row event
How to watch NYFW shows for free
The CFDA, which organizes Fashion Weeks across the globe, partnered for the first time last year with Rockefeller Center to stream presentations of collections for public viewing.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shade
Noun
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This effect happens because Earth's atmosphere scatters shorter wavelengths of light from the sun while allowing longer wavelengths of red and orange hues to be refracted into Earth's umbra (the darkest part of Earth's shadow).—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2025
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Sam attempts to define his version of Captain America, while fighting to exonerate his friend, all while Samuel Sterns (Tim Blake Nelson) pulls the strings from the shadows — with the ultimate aim of revenge on Ross for broken promises.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
12 Feb. 2025
Noun
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That includes a spacious owner’s suite, adorned with neutral hues and a sizable ensuite, as well as a VIP suite, complete with dramatic artwork and its own ensuite.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
19 Feb. 2025
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Its soft, plush leather has a luxury feel with an aquamarine hue similar to the trending sage green with a timeless touch.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2025
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And despite seeing a huge chunk of their local television revenue disappear, the Diamondbacks made a massive, unexpected splash with a contract that narrowly surpasses Zack Greinke’s six-year, $206.5 million deal from 2016 as the largest in team history.—
Tim Britton,
The Athletic,
5 Feb. 2025
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On one hand, nobody in the division has made any big offseason splashes.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
2 Feb. 2025
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An iconic apex predator appeared through thick fog like an apparition and cautiously watched a photographer in Yellowstone National Park, stunning video shows.—
Brooke Baitinger,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Feb. 2025
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Narrow beams of sunlight illuminate the torched frame of a single chair – like an apparition of the torturer who once stood there.—
Scott Peterson,
The Christian Science Monitor,
31 Jan. 2025
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Karin Eldor,
Forbes,
11 Feb. 2025
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If weather data was only available at a price, one town might be able to afford the weather information necessary to protect its residents, while a smaller town or a rural area across the state might not.—
Christine Wiedinmyer,
The Conversation,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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This could be due to a feline's natural instincts to hunt at dusk and dawn kicking in.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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Many birds are more active at dusk and dawn because their songs carry further when the air is cooler.—
Cody Godwin,
USA TODAY,
4 Feb. 2025
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Deputies from the Gallatin County Sheriff's Office were called in to help but stopped searching after dark.—
Lauren Clark,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2025
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Mizell wore a dark and tie, with a light shirt underneath.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Pansies have so much personality, with all kinds of streaks and ruffles, and an incredible color range.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Feb. 2025
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The film’s jazz soundtrack, rich color palette and playful nods to everything from Prokofiev to vintage Citroëns seem to serve as cultural touchstones.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Shade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shade. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
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