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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 This high level of SPF is especially beneficial for mature skin, which is more prone to sun damage, dark spots, and loss of elasticity, helping to protect and maintain a more even, youthful-looking complexion over time. —
Deanna Pai, Glamour, 7 Apr. 2026 But Selena Gomez’s six-year-old brand hasn’t nailed the complexion category—yet. —Elizabeth Denton, Allure, 1 Apr. 2026 With its lighter, more buildable texture and modern matte finish, it’s designed for anyone who wants performance makeup that can adapt to different looks from a more natural daytime complexion to fuller coverage for evening or special events. —Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026 In more practical terms, though, Payton made an interesting comment in suggesting that Davis Webb’s promotion to offensive coordinator and play-caller will likely change the complexion of Webb’s day-to-day relationship with Nix to some degree. —Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for complexion
Deanna Pai, Glamour, 7 Apr. 2026 But Selena Gomez’s six-year-old brand hasn’t nailed the complexion category—yet. —Elizabeth Denton, Allure, 1 Apr. 2026 With its lighter, more buildable texture and modern matte finish, it’s designed for anyone who wants performance makeup that can adapt to different looks from a more natural daytime complexion to fuller coverage for evening or special events. —Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026 In more practical terms, though, Payton made an interesting comment in suggesting that Davis Webb’s promotion to offensive coordinator and play-caller will likely change the complexion of Webb’s day-to-day relationship with Nix to some degree. —Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for complexion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexion
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Chase Sui Wonders, Rosé, and Amanda Seyfried look coordinated in spring colors at the Tiffany & Co.— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
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Chopped carrots add both color and flavor to this old-fashioned recipe.— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
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This is our opportunity to show our real selves and be together.— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
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This amazing, self-assembling, signal-processing, direction-switching molecular machine is so powerful yet so spare that, billions of years later, it’s still used by bacteria in virtually every gut and puddle on Earth.— Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
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Plus, unlike traditional methods of coloring panels that often use 'diffusing foils' that scatter light everywhere and cause power losses of up to 50%, MorphoColor uses a precise 3D photonic structure on the glass surface designed specifically for high transmission.— Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 24 Apr. 2026
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The split-coloring is believed to be caused by either a genetic mutation or pigment irregularities, according to scientists.— Melina Khan, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
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However, Bessent took a different tone when the possibility of being the Fed chair came up.— Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 25 Apr. 2026
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With Hunter setting the tone in the trenches, Texas Tech reached the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history.— Tobias Bass, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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Schneider gave a shout-out to his scouting staff for doing the work to uncover the type of personalities the Seahawks would be acquiring.— Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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The 100-year-old house has been thoughtfully reworked with whimsical interiors that balance personality and polish alongside the comforts of a modern stay.— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
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Most of all, life at Kukuiʻula allows residents to experience the feelings of belonging, family togetherness, and ties to nature that permeate Hawaiian culture.— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
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One final metric that explains the nature of Bromley’s style is their passing sequences.— Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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The Maroon name refers to one of the school’s colors and is a homage to the University of Chicago, which goes by the same name, according to local historians.— Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
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Not only will marigolds trap the aphids and whiteflies that threaten your cheerful gerbera daisies, but the combination of colors between the two blooms makes for the most brilliant and happy summer garden.— Heather Bien, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
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The room shifts character throughout the day, with lighting that transforms the atmosphere as heroes and villains appear.— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
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As Michael, Jaafar Jackson’s speaking voice is expressive, and his presence blends strength and fragility, power and vulnerability, even if, in dramatic scenes, the character is granted too little substance for there to be a self to express.— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2026
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“Complexion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/complexion. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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