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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 Following a major renovation from 2020 to 2022, the guest rooms and suites feel fresh, residential, and quietly luxurious—blending warm oak and soft marine hues with contemporary artwork by New York abstract artist Tamar Zinn and Hong Kong ink artist Kassia Ko. —
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026 This one-of-a-kind Feather Brooch, for example, is built on titanium in varying hues for a gossamer feel. —Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026 Snag them in white to brighten up your wardrobe, or any of the springy hues like crimson and emerald green to really stand out. —Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026 The palazzo pants come in sizes S through XXL and 22 colors and patterns, including neutrals and bold hues. —Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026 For even more color combinations, try this wireless keyboard and mouse set, which is available in 25 different hues. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026 Sessums is also partial to their botanical dying process and appreciates that the hues are a result of natural ingredients such as turmeric, chamomile, indigo, and beetroot. —Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 10 Apr. 2026 There’s a school of psychology behind why teams wear bolder colors on the color wheel — hues that scream vitality, energy, power and strength. —Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026 This smoky color adds dimension with cool hues. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026 This one-of-a-kind Feather Brooch, for example, is built on titanium in varying hues for a gossamer feel. —Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026 Snag them in white to brighten up your wardrobe, or any of the springy hues like crimson and emerald green to really stand out. —Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026 The palazzo pants come in sizes S through XXL and 22 colors and patterns, including neutrals and bold hues. —Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026 For even more color combinations, try this wireless keyboard and mouse set, which is available in 25 different hues. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026 Sessums is also partial to their botanical dying process and appreciates that the hues are a result of natural ingredients such as turmeric, chamomile, indigo, and beetroot. —Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 10 Apr. 2026 There’s a school of psychology behind why teams wear bolder colors on the color wheel — hues that scream vitality, energy, power and strength. —Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026 This smoky color adds dimension with cool hues. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hues
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Matt McCoy has already seen shades of how new Miami Hurricanes quarterback Darian Mensah goes about leading a team.— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
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The pair is available in two lengths to accommodate tall and petite shoppers, and in 10 shades for easy matching.— Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 18 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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For those looking for a streamlined vanity design, this option has no hardware to distract from the natural wood tones.— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026
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Chesnutt wasn’t alone in these sometimes sinister tones.— David Harris, SPIN, 21 Apr. 2026
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“Hues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/hues. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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