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adjective

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as in pinkish

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pink

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noun

as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class the pink of society will be at the gala for the city's opera company

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pink

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verb

as in to pierce
to penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object accidentally pinked my shoulder with his fencing sword

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Recent Examples of pink
Adjective
The pictures showed Rihanna in a hospital bed looking stylish while holding her newborns, wearing pearls in one and pink sunglasses in the other. — Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025 The walls were lined with displays of neon-orange, olive-green, and pink shoes, each topped with sculptural metal roses in silver and gold. — Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2025
Noun
The lower level exudes romance with rich pinks, purples and burgundies. — Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025 Salmon pinks, deep violets, and sunny marigolds define the property’s aesthetic—a kaleidoscopic tribute to Frida Kahlo’s palette, set against lush jungle greens and the ever-shifting blues of the Pacific. — Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Verb
For Men And Women For both men and women, the Rivera collection offers diameters ranging from 33 to 43 mm, along with a colour palette that spans from blue to pink. — Baume & Mercier Contributor, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 Editor's tip: The treatment comes in four shades, ranging from clear and fragrance-free to pink with a subtle vanilla scent. — Jenny Berg, Allure, 6 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for pink
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pink
  1. pinkish
  2. best
  3. pierce
  4. brown
  5. flower
  6. stab
  7. warm
  8. cream
Adjective
  • The string of planets ends in the eastern sky with Mars, easily discernible because of its pinkish tone.
    — Katrina Miller, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2025
  • The limited-edition oversized powder palette compact includes a pink-coral, a rosy gold, a pinkish silver and a copper-gold that can be worn on the face, eyes and décolleté either solo or blended together.
    — Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
Definition of pinkish
Noun
  • Historically, Rose, Whittaker and Willis all own career bests inside the NCAA top five performances of all-time.
    — Cory Mull, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The total for 2024 bests the previous high of $397 million reached in 2009, which was the first season in the new Yankee Stadium and is the last time the Bronx Bombers won the World Series.
    — Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of best
Verb
  • In quiet neighborhoods around the state, sirens pierced the air too frequently.
    — Erica E. Phillips, Hartford Courant, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Yes, the index pierced below its 200-day moving average, but that trend line continues to slope solidly higher.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 8 Mar. 2025
Definition of pierce
Adjective
  • Broward Sheriff’s Office says Carroll’s about 5-foot-6 and 165 pounds and has black hair and brown eyes.
    — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Wait until the leaves are brown before removing them.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
Definition of brown
Noun
  • Related Articles Over the years, the Korean skin care brand refined ginseng’s role in skin care, harnessing not only its root but also its leaves and flowers to tap into the plant’s full power.
    — Claire Sullivan, WWD, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Oscillating between lilac, light blue, and gray, light periwinkle nails are the winning formula for those looking for a delicate pastel shade inspired by the sky and flower petals.
    — Alice Nardiotti, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of flower
Verb
  • During episode 1, the police show Jamie, Eddie and their attorney a closed-circuit video of Jamie stabbing Katie in the parking lot where her body was later found.
    — Jessica Sager, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Angga alleged that he and other workers on his ship were frequently beaten and stabbed with a needle, and were often given only rice to eat.
    — Alex Riggins, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of stab
Adjective
  • Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacramento Bee, 18 Mar. 2025
  • To make naan: Activate your yeast by combining the packet with warm water.
    — Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of warm
Noun
  • Flavors for these treats range from dark chocolate and cookies and cream to ube and matcha.
    — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacramento Bee, 18 Mar. 2025
  • The newlyweds each changed into a second look for their reception, which was decorated in cream, gold and blue.
    — Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of cream

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