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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
That, and her custom Alexander McQueen, Givenchy, and Vivienne Westwood looks; shimmering eye shadow; and radiant complexion.
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Tessa Petak,
InStyle,
27 June 2026
These easy-to-use toning pads help exfoliate, refine the appearance of pores and reduce excess oil for a smooth, clear complexion.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
This multitasking primer helps blur imperfections, minimize the look of pores and control excess oil for a smoother looking complexion.
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Casey Delbasso,
ABC News,
25 June 2026
Danessa Myricks Beauty Founded by Danessa Myricks, this professional-grade beauty brand has become an industry favorite for innovative complexion and artistry products.
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Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for complexion
Tessa Petak,
InStyle,
27 June 2026
These easy-to-use toning pads help exfoliate, refine the appearance of pores and reduce excess oil for a smooth, clear complexion.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
This multitasking primer helps blur imperfections, minimize the look of pores and control excess oil for a smoother looking complexion.
—
Casey Delbasso,
ABC News,
25 June 2026
Danessa Myricks Beauty Founded by Danessa Myricks, this professional-grade beauty brand has become an industry favorite for innovative complexion and artistry products.
—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for complexion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexion
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And when Pawlak woke up the next day, the sun was high in the sky and the ocean was the color of dark blue Gatorade.
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Ironically, though, her flushed and rosy cheeks were created with two shades of the Beauty Pie Supercheek Cream Blush — one of which was in her iconic color palette, while the other was actually — gasp!
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Herlop will self-release her follow-up to 2023’s Nekkuja on October 9.
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Audiologists generally recommend self-fitting over preset for that reason.
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This recipe skips the traditional green food coloring in favor of chives for noticeably colorful freshness.
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The coloring signals that the chicken has been cooked evenly.
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April 20 – May 20 Taurus, your presence sets the tone today.
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Sandlin setting the tone was huge.
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The last decade has been an absolute whirlwind for the 38-year-old film school graduate, who could have never dreamed of the success he’s enjoyed as a YouTube personality with over 10 million subscribers (and counting).
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The result is a look that's fashion-forward and personality-filled, never overdone.
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The project has sparked outrage because of the location’s pristine nature and unique habitat that would be irreversibly devastated, according to environmentalists.
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But what Connecticut got was the top golfer in the world, at his very best at times, yet bitten in the end by the humbling nature of the most humbling of games.
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The most common cat colors are orange, black, cream or gray, but cats can come in unique hues, such as chocolate or lilac.
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Available in 15 colors, the formula contains antioxidant vitamin C to prevent free radical damage, and features a convenient sponge applicator for smooth, precise application.
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There was a small card with a graphic that pictured Wiley walking in the middle of Bluey and Bingo, two characters from the show.
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Her refusal to sugarcoat the interior and exterior lives of her characters, whether enslaved or traumatized by the past — by events in American history — was purposeful.
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“Complexion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complexion. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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