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as in silver
of the color gray
the gray elephant and the gaudily dressed circus performer created a striking contrast
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2
as in dark
causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer
a gray rainy day
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also grey
as in to get along
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Recent Examples of gray
Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2025
His gray and white male pitbull, Brix, allegedly did not have a license tag and was not neutered, as required by city code.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee and, Kansas City Star, 4 Feb. 2025
Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
Improper cleaning methods can make matters worse: yellowing, graying, setting stains, dulling, and fabric damage.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Nondescript Neutral Color Palettes For years, plain beige and gray curtains were the safe, go-to choices, but in 2025, homeowners have woken up to the wonders of color and pattern and their power to elevate a space.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2025
His gray and white male pitbull, Brix, allegedly did not have a license tag and was not neutered, as required by city code.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee and, Kansas City Star, 4 Feb. 2025
Verb
The graying convict sat slumped in a wheelchair — a far cry from the flamboyant woman who sometimes was mistaken for actress Elizabeth Taylor and who glided through rooms enveloped in the scent of gardenias, Kimes’ dad’s favorite scent.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
Improper cleaning methods can make matters worse: yellowing, graying, setting stains, dulling, and fabric damage.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gray
Adjective
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The striking look consisted of a strapless, pale yellow mini-dress with a silver sash and crystal off-the-shoulder details.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2025
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While that sum is still shocking to look at, those familiar with the car—one of two designed to race in the 1955 Carrera Panamericana before it was called off—know the silver speed machine is more than deserving of its spot on this list.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Without robust funding, some labs will simply go dark.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2025
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From Walgreens and Red Lobster to Big Lots and Family Dollar, hundreds of retail locations went dark as part of an ongoing, years-long trend oft attributed to the ongoing economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the prevalence of online shopping.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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Pawson was brought to the shelter for not getting along with other felines.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
13 Feb. 2025
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Well, that and getting Carl and Lindsay to get along.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
12 Feb. 2025
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More white people claim the credit than Black people certainly.—
Tax Notes Staff,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2023
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The only racial group that saw a decrease in suicide rates across age cohorts was non-Hispanic white people.—
Ellen Barry,
BostonGlobe.com,
11 Feb. 2023
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But bleak and uncertain as things seem right now, Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred does not want to lose Tampa Bay, the No. 11 media market, which is why the hope is for a deep pocket owner (or owners) from Tampa to emerge and the Tampa stadium plan near Ybor City can be revived.—
Bill Madden,
New York Daily News,
8 Feb. 2025
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Suicide is pretty bleak for a Super Bowl spot, and mental health, in general, is a sensitive topic.—
Matthew Pittman,
The Conversation,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Consider getting on a better diet or fitness regimen.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
16 Feb. 2025
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Makar got on the ice for the morning skate, but couldn’t ultimately make a go of it.—
Chris Johnston,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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How to Buy, Prepare, and Cook Scallops When buying fresh scallops, look for ones that are creamy beige to light pink in color, and steer clear of any that look yellowed or have grayish spots.—
Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Dec. 2024
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The calculator is also available in five muted colors to better match your desk decor: off white, dark gray, grayish pink, grayish green, and grayish blue.—
Andrew Liszewski,
The Verge,
16 Jan. 2025
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But for people who are older and severely lonely, having an appointment to see their doctor might be their only social interaction that day.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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In a recent Harvard University study, every fifth American reported feeling lonely, and that number is even higher among young adults and seniors.—
John Hewko,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Gray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gray. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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