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Recent Examples of coloration
Hatchlings, which can be about 6 to 8 inches long, have a distinctive bright green coloration on their heads that fades at around one month old.
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Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
Golden Dorado Razor-sharp teeth, powerful jaws, a mean attitude and bright golden coloration with black stripes give golden dorado their ‘river tiger’ nickname.
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Steve Ryan,
Outdoor Life,
21 May 2026
Divers are also taught how to estimate the extent of bleaching, since not all pale or white coloration means damage.
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Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
On the other hand, white variegated hosta with extensive white coloration or with thin leaves are likely to burn in full sun.
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Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
Golden Dorado Razor-sharp teeth, powerful jaws, a mean attitude and bright golden coloration with black stripes give golden dorado their ‘river tiger’ nickname.
—
Steve Ryan,
Outdoor Life,
21 May 2026
Divers are also taught how to estimate the extent of bleaching, since not all pale or white coloration means damage.
—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
On the other hand, white variegated hosta with extensive white coloration or with thin leaves are likely to burn in full sun.
—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coloration
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Saperavi is the starting point for reds — the name means dye in Georgian, a reference to its extraordinary pigmentation, one of only a handful of grapes in the world with naturally colored flesh and juice.
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According to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, their snowy feathers are the result of a rare genetic condition called leucism, which reduces pigmentation in the plumage while leaving the birds with their normal eye color.
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While warm, earthy walls create a harmonious look, cooler hues, such as soft blues and grays, add a refreshing contrast.
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Researchers recently visualized a set of images across a spectrum of red, white, and blue hues compiled by the Chandra X-ray Observatory as well as the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
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Clinique Moisture Surge Sheertint Hydrator Flash forward to July, and the foundation-replacing skin tint is my most-used (and raved about) beauty product, and my secret for the perfect summer glow.
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Pureed and strained raspberries provide the delicate pink tint in the frosting.
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These include rolled or folded leaf blades, a dark or blue tinge to the foliage, or lingering footprints after walking on the lawn.
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In this stingray photo, the sand and gravel appear more distinct and defined in the high-resolution shot—even the blue spots look a tinge punchier.
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Destinations that combine crystal-clear seas, warm sand tones and unspoilt scenery consistently stand out as the places people most dream about visiting.
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Navigation instructions are presented in plenty of time and with a confident tone.
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“Coloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coloration. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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