as in colored
marked by a variety of usually vivid colors
the colorful robes and blankets of the Native Americans of the Southwest
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Recent Examples of colorful
The artist was known for his bold, colorful works addressing political and social issues, and the imaginative chalk drawings feature subjects that range from barking dogs to flying saucers to pyramids.
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Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024
The scene itself is colorful, with the boats all different colors and the senators in their togas watching from the royal box.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 26 Nov. 2024
Then a la The Wizard of Oz, when Dorothy opens the door to a whole new colorful world, the clip morphs into Vandross performing the same song live and in vibrant color on stage at London’s Royal Albert Hall.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2024
For decades, Xochimilco has been popular with weekend revelers and tourists riding on colorful wooden boats called trajineras.
—Whitney Eulich, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 Nov. 2024
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Occupying an entire city block, 1 Hotel is known for its varied environments, including 425 rooms with driftwood furniture and design elements derived from nature, and the new Tala beachfront restaurant, bar and lounge and Watr at 1 Rooftop, as well as full beach-side service.Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
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They’ll also be paired one-on-one with ProPublica journalists who can help counsel them on stories, build their connections in the industry and expose them to the varied paths for careers in investigative journalism.Talia Buford, ProPublica, 14 Nov. 2024
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Suspended from the fashionable wooden arch are a teething ring, crinkly rainbow, rattle, mirror, and plush moon to promote hand-eye coordination.Pamela Brill, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
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The Garvin flies both a rainbow Pride flag and a Black Lives Matter flag, prompting the occasional shouted slur.Brian Owens, Scientific American, 18 Oct. 2023
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Havana Cabana at Key West (Key West, FL) leans into its namesake by blending Cuba's vibrant art and culture with chic, tropical design elements throughout its 106 guest rooms.Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Using the sound of Waterford’s luxury crystal clinking blended in her style with vibrant rhythms, Alissia has created an exclusive song composition.Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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The best time to visit is during the summer months of June to August, when the vineyards are in full bloom, and various wine festivals and events take place, offering visitors a comprehensive wine tourism experience.Lela London, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
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More research is needed to fully understand the effects of resveratrol on various conditions.2 Talk with your healthcare provider about whether resveratrol supplementation would benefit you and your health.Barbie Cervoni, Health, 23 Nov. 2024
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“Colorful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colorful. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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