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the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
changing the complexion of the department to reflect changing needs
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Recent Examples of complexion
That Trump embraces Musk, an immigrant executive from South Africa, lays bare the true nature of his worldview—complexion, not nationality, determines who belongs in the corridors of power.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
Despite the biting cold, show attendees embraced a minimalist approach to beauty, favoring natural, dewy complexions over heavy makeup.
—Stixx Mathews, Essence, 10 Feb. 2025
Elf complexion sponges arranged in Germantown, New York, on July 17, 2023.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 6 Feb. 2025
On the contrary, those cast as the leads had light-skin, dark-skin, and every complexion in between.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 6 Feb. 2025
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
Despite the biting cold, show attendees embraced a minimalist approach to beauty, favoring natural, dewy complexions over heavy makeup.
—Stixx Mathews, Essence, 10 Feb. 2025
Elf complexion sponges arranged in Germantown, New York, on July 17, 2023.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 6 Feb. 2025
On the contrary, those cast as the leads had light-skin, dark-skin, and every complexion in between.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 6 Feb. 2025
See all Example Sentences for complexion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexion
Noun
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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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Opt for a crisp white color palette for the flooring, walls, and ceiling to reflect natural light and give the porch a clean, timeless look.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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At various points, Ye did seem to be his old trenchant self.—
Aja Romano,
Vox,
7 Feb. 2025
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Prayer draws us to God’s heart and that holy practice can shape us into people who can offer our best selves to this world.—
Lynne Silva-Breen,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Others have a darker brown-black coloring with blotchy pinkish stomachs.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2025
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Examine the keypad before use for any inconsistencies in coloring, material, or shape.—
Harrison Jones,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
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As Season 4 got underway, Williams started sitting in on production meetings, tone meetings, concept meetings, and asking questions.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
9 Feb. 2025
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The tone set by head coach Andy Reid and enforced by locker room leaders like Mahomes, Kelce and defensive tackle Chris Jones has made the Super Bowl the standard in Kansas City.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
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His impact on the field was undeniable, and his personality off the field was infectious.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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My personality is colorful enough without tartans; let the suit merely contain it.—
Gary Shteyngart,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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Their ultimate goal is to inspire students to take care of the planet, get outdoors, and appreciate the beauty of nature.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
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Green drenching is a technique for creating an area where the soul-soothing power of plants invites a deeper connection to nature and creates a sense of inner calm.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Feb. 2025
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McConnell impressed first-team staff during Liverpool’s 2023 pre-season tour of Singapore with his character, attitude in training and ability to listen and absorb information.—
Andy Jones,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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Bizarrely, Cooper's chef character, Adam Jones, was shown in a photo during a montage of actual chefs during a season 3 episode of The Bear last year.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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There has been a land redistribution and restitution provision in the country’s constitution since South Africa emerged from its apartheid era and held its first democratic elections in 1994.—
Alejandra Jaramillo,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
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In 2005, the new Iraqi constitution granted the Kurdish territory in Northern Iraq federal status, marking a historic moment in Kurdish self-determination.—
Sefa Secen & Serhun Al / Made by History,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Complexion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complexion. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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