: somewhat pink
especially
: tending to be pink in politics
pinkishness
noun
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The pinkish-purple blooms appear in summer and last into the fall.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Nude with a pinkish hue, practically the same shade as the natural nail.
—Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 4 Jan. 2026
Around midnight the edges of the lunar surface can still take on a pinkish glow.
—Dean Regas, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Dec. 2025
Spunky plaid bows paired with shiny oversized red pom pom sprays and glittery curly stems can be intertwined with playful ornaments such as lollipops, macaroons, candy canes or a pinkish lavender poodle to enhance the whimsical feel of a tree's decor.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Nov. 2025
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Nude with a pinkish hue, practically the same shade as the natural nail.
—Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 4 Jan. 2026
Around midnight the edges of the lunar surface can still take on a pinkish glow.
—Dean Regas, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Dec. 2025
Spunky plaid bows paired with shiny oversized red pom pom sprays and glittery curly stems can be intertwined with playful ornaments such as lollipops, macaroons, candy canes or a pinkish lavender poodle to enhance the whimsical feel of a tree's decor.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Nov. 2025
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“Pinkish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pinkish. Accessed 6 Jan. 2026.
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