as in colored
having blotches of two or more colors
a blotched black-and-white rabbit
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as in sprinkled
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
my pen leaked and blotched my shirt pocket
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Recent Examples of blotched
Howard Garrett, Dallas News, 16 Aug. 2021
Click on the state Division of Oil, Gas & Geo-thermal Resources well-finder map, which shows both active and inactive sites, and L.A. becomes blotched with black.
—Matt Jaffe, Los Angeles Magazine, 5 Feb. 2018
The study sheds light on the late emergence of the blotched or striped coat markings, which began to appear in domesticated tabby cats in the Middle Ages.
—National Geographic, 19 June 2017
Adjective
Its leaves are deciduous and sometimes white-blotched.
—Howard Garrett, Dallas News, 16 Aug. 2021
Click on the state Division of Oil, Gas & Geo-thermal Resources well-finder map, which shows both active and inactive sites, and L.A. becomes blotched with black.
—Matt Jaffe, Los Angeles Magazine, 5 Feb. 2018
The study sheds light on the late emergence of the blotched or striped coat markings, which began to appear in domesticated tabby cats in the Middle Ages.
—National Geographic, 19 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blotched
Adjective
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After all, the spotted find is just another neutral these days.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
7 Jan. 2025
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The spotted lanternfly continues to be a problem in Connecticut.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
18 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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These baked blushes have a marbled effect for a multi-dimensional finish that combines blush and highlighter with every swipe.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2025
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Yes, there are prime-aged, marbled steaks in all shapes and sizes, each served with Nick & Sam’s signature steak sauce.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The quiet town of Frederick, Maryland, has been flying under the radar for years, though locals love it for its 19th-century architecture, colorful history, and wealth of independent shops and restaurants.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Feb. 2025
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Those colorful, mouthwatering displays, new products, and check-out aisle treats can be all too tempting to add to your cart.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Spice up your Super Bowl party with these pinto beans, garnished with savory bacon and spicy poblano peppers.—
Christopher Michel,
Country Living,
2 Feb. 2023
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Two types of beans (black and pinto) bring the protein count in this healthy enchilada casserole up to 19 grams per serving.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Oct. 2022
Adjective
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Its body is about 2.2 inches long and covered with mottled bumps, according to the study.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2025
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But there’s something dingy and gross, like mottled drifts of old snow, about the overweening influence of Trump’s courtiers and their grubbing relationship with a president so obviously enamored of money and flattery.—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Blotched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blotched. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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