as in shades
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
decorated the room in hues of blue and green
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Recent Examples of hues
Some of the most popular iterations on the Western market tend to offer a sparse range that usually includes bolder hues of pink or red, but almost never feature something more neutral for day-to-day wear.
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Denise Primbet, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
The color and hues of the appealing costume design and cinematography add an authentic 1970s look.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
Look at this year’s best iterations, available in wearable hues, from matte blacks to rich, gem tones, and a variety of silhouettes (cropped!
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
Available in six shades in total, from your reds to your pinks and peachy hues, this formula has an extremely light watery texture, delivering a juicy, satin finish.
—Denise Primbet, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
Lastly, Ava Colman (Janelle James) is still ever-stylish in silken tops and hues like black and electric blue.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 Dec. 2024
Shoppers can choose from 27 colors, including neutral hues like white and brown.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Available in platinum and peach-champagne hues, the multiuse product brings a fairy dust kind of glimmer to the eyes, face, and body.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
The guest rooms have private balconies with seating areas, water views, and sliding doors, while the interiors are clad in pops of pastel hues, vibrant wallpaper, and fun art.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Denise Primbet, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
The color and hues of the appealing costume design and cinematography add an authentic 1970s look.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
Look at this year’s best iterations, available in wearable hues, from matte blacks to rich, gem tones, and a variety of silhouettes (cropped!
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
Available in six shades in total, from your reds to your pinks and peachy hues, this formula has an extremely light watery texture, delivering a juicy, satin finish.
—Denise Primbet, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
Lastly, Ava Colman (Janelle James) is still ever-stylish in silken tops and hues like black and electric blue.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 Dec. 2024
Shoppers can choose from 27 colors, including neutral hues like white and brown.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Available in platinum and peach-champagne hues, the multiuse product brings a fairy dust kind of glimmer to the eyes, face, and body.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
The guest rooms have private balconies with seating areas, water views, and sliding doors, while the interiors are clad in pops of pastel hues, vibrant wallpaper, and fun art.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Hues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hues. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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