1
as in glowing
having a healthy reddish skin tone
rosy and cheerful after a day outside in the snow
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2
as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
that's a particularly rosy view of the economic situation, and one that may not be justified
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Recent Examples of rosy
On her cheeks, the Color Fuse Blush in Hibiscus Haze, echoed the red rosy tones of her lipstick and accessories.
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Sophia Panych, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Variegation tends toward yellow and white, with several cultivars taking on rosy autumn hues.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
Robbie wore her blonde tresses straightened, while her makeup consisted of a muted rosy nude lip and pops of rosy blush.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
Republic on Grand Perched atop the AC Hotel, Republic on Grand transforms its skyline lounge into a rosy, romantic escape for its Pretty‑in‑Pink month-long Valentine’s Day pop-up in the East Village of Des Moines.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 6 Feb. 2026
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Sophia Panych, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Variegation tends toward yellow and white, with several cultivars taking on rosy autumn hues.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
Robbie wore her blonde tresses straightened, while her makeup consisted of a muted rosy nude lip and pops of rosy blush.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
Republic on Grand Perched atop the AC Hotel, Republic on Grand transforms its skyline lounge into a rosy, romantic escape for its Pretty‑in‑Pink month-long Valentine’s Day pop-up in the East Village of Des Moines.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rosy
Adjective
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In the spring of 2024, Flynn McGuire started to notice glowing references online to an unapproved drug that proponents claimed could help the body heal more quickly.—
Sara Talpos — Undark,
STAT,
3 Feb. 2026
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The film has a brutal 6% critic score on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, but the audience score is at a glowing 99%.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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One particularly promising application involves tracking when the ball crosses the sideline during kickoffs and punts.—
Jason Corso,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Often, even the most promising young prospects disappear.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Sunburnt blush focuses the color in the very center of your face for a just-tanned effect, while the doll-blush trend places it on the apples of cheeks for a smooth look.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
15 Dec. 2025
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The boots are made from a twinface sheepskin upper, with fleece and wool on the inside and the tanned skin on the outside.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
24 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Statues of prominent citizens line the route, many missing heads or limbs, while religious and civic buildings once painted in bright colors now appear butter-yellow.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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Despite the loss, the future is bright for the Patriots and but first there's the reaction from after the Super Bowl.—
Will Richmond,
The Providence Journal,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The red Powerball ranges from 1 to 26.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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Snow that turns shades of red, green, orange, brown, gray, or black may have traces of algae, bacteria, and different pollutants.—
Isabel Lopez,
Parents,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Instacart, on the other hand, reported strong revenue for its most recent period and issued an optimistic forecast for its first quarter.—
Josephine Rozzelle,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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Operators remain cautiously optimistic, even as rising costs and softer traffic persist.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Curries — nutty beef panang, a ruddy meatless variation made with pumpkin — emphasize creaminess and mild aromatic complexity.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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Pentecostal revival meeting lights and condominium-sale advertisements illuminate the city, leaving a ruddy glow along the highway.—
Edna Bonhomme,
Artforum,
1 Oct. 2025
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That has come to bear in his latest effort, Junior, a gorgeous 50-seat restaurant full of warm sound and spirit.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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First, fill the tub with warm water and dissolve one tablet, or one-half tablet for sinks.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Rosy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rosy. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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