as in colored
having blotches of two or more colors
a marbled chocolate and vanilla cake
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as in sprinkled
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
marble the paper with several different dyes to get a striking effect
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Recent Examples of marbled
Arkansas Online, 27 Apr. 2025
Wildlife officials later identified the animal as a marbled cat, a mysterious wild cat rarely seen on trail cameras or in-person.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
This is his love letter to Hawaii, told through marbled cuts, fresh island produce, and a memorable setting thanks to the natural beauty of the area.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Local favorites include the Kinoko Nabe, a deeply savory mushroom dish with layers of umami and the Wagyu Carpaccio, where rich, marbled beef meets just the right amount of heat and acidity.
—Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
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That Trump and Zelenskyy spoke privately, face to face and hunched over on chairs on the marbled floors of the pope's home, on the day of his funeral, was perhaps a fitting way to honor his wishes.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Apr. 2025
Wildlife officials later identified the animal as a marbled cat, a mysterious wild cat rarely seen on trail cameras or in-person.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
This is his love letter to Hawaii, told through marbled cuts, fresh island produce, and a memorable setting thanks to the natural beauty of the area.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Local favorites include the Kinoko Nabe, a deeply savory mushroom dish with layers of umami and the Wagyu Carpaccio, where rich, marbled beef meets just the right amount of heat and acidity.
—Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
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Bosa, Sardinia, Italy Renowned for its colorful houses and the medieval Malaspina Castle, Bosa is situated about two-thirds of the way up the west coast of Sardinia, on a small hill about 3km inland on the north bank of the Temo River.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Martin said the business’ sign, visible from Rogers Avenue, and colorful paint job were points of contention.—
Randal Seyler,
Arkansas Online,
21 May 2025
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The shelter also posted a video of Kaylee with her orange-and-black spotted head pressed against the wall, not interacting with anything.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2025
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The study, published Wednesday, found that the rig shark -- also known as the spotted estuary smoothhound -- produces clicking sounds when handled, according to the study.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The whole rug needs to get wet or colors in the fiber could migrate and result in a blotched look.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2025
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Its leaves are deciduous and sometimes white-blotched.—
Howard Garrett,
Dallas News,
16 Aug. 2021
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That was apparent even in the first period, as the Canucks — a team that’s struggled enormously all season to generate looks and scoring chances — peppered their old teammate DeSmith with all manner of quality chances.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Sarah’s demise happens early on in the film, but her presence is still peppered throughout via flashbacks, momentary flashes mid-scene and photographic reminders.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Spice up your Super Bowl party with these pinto beans, garnished with savory bacon and spicy poblano peppers.—
Christopher Michel,
Country Living,
2 Feb. 2023
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Two types of beans (black and pinto) bring the protein count in this healthy enchilada casserole up to 19 grams per serving.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Oct. 2022
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Roman Clay is an ultralow-VOC paste made from a gypsum plaster base that dries with a mottled finish and a stone-like texture.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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All sticky floors, brown mottled tables and nasty padded chairs.—
Rebecca Lowe,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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“Marbled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marbled. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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