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Recent Examples of coloration
Suffice it to say that this butterfly has evolved cryptic coloration so as to hide among the equally cryptic surfaces of the alpine landscape.
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Lewis Hyde, Harpers Magazine, 18 June 2025
These roaches are often found in leaf litter and mulch, so their coloration helps to hide or camouflage them against predators.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2025
Dr Kaelin is a senior scientist in genetics at Stanford Medicine who has been studying the genetics of coloration and color patterns in mammals for more than two decades.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
The findings not only elucidated the peculiar origins of some cats’ charismatic coloration, but also revealed new insights about a familiar gene.
—Amanda Schupak, CNN Money, 23 May 2025
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Lewis Hyde, Harpers Magazine, 18 June 2025
These roaches are often found in leaf litter and mulch, so their coloration helps to hide or camouflage them against predators.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2025
Dr Kaelin is a senior scientist in genetics at Stanford Medicine who has been studying the genetics of coloration and color patterns in mammals for more than two decades.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
The findings not only elucidated the peculiar origins of some cats’ charismatic coloration, but also revealed new insights about a familiar gene.
—Amanda Schupak, CNN Money, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coloration
Noun
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Bauer has vitiligo, an uncommon skin condition among humans and animals that causes skin to lose its natural pigmentation.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 July 2025
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Similar to Rare’s original Soft Pinch Liquid Blush, Bouncy Blush has jaw-dropping pigmentation with a matte finish.—
The Glamour editors,
Glamour,
12 June 2025
Noun
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Bright hues are not banned for family members, but nude colors are often seen as a more practical choice for royal engagements.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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Inspired by the gorgeous sunset hues, REFY’s new launch sees the Topaz shade in the brand’s bestselling Gloss Highlighter now entering the lip gloss range, creating that dewy, light-reflecting and radiant summer-ready look with perfectly balanced pigments.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Experts say the moon's low arc should give it a more yellowish or orange tint.—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
9 June 2025
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In kinder weather, there's a UV coating and optional ceramic tint, plus a ventilation fan that could help keep things cool on a hot day.—
Paul Ridden
June 22,
New Atlas,
22 June 2025
Noun
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Her new record, which dropped April 18, is a 14-track collection of alternative, dark-pop with tinges of hip-hop and electronic music.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Classical composers such as Dmitri Shostakovich and Sergei Rachmaninoff had this dark quality with a tinge of beauty to them.—
Joshua Lamb,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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In footage captured by concert-goers on July 9, Wonder is heard speaking in a light-hearted tone.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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The new Matlock was created by Urman, a Jane the Virgin alum whose project captures the essence of Andy Griffith's '80s legal drama while giving it a freshness in tone and subject matter.—
Mekishana Pierre Published,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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“Coloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coloration. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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