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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
Just that it’s formulated with 25% snail mucin, which boosts skin moisture and radiance and calms and softens the complexion.
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Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 8 July 2025
Starting with Juvia’s Place Liquid Bronzer, Fine adds dimension on the outer perimeter with a color two shades deeper than his models’s complexion.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 7 July 2025
In the years since his dramatic exit from public service, some of Scaramucci’s jibes at Trump have come in the form of cheap laughs, including one about how the orange of his Mickey Mouse wristband is more fetching than Trump’s complexion.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 2 July 2025
Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, collagen, and sodium hyaluronate (a sister to hyaluronic acid), the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
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Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 8 July 2025
Starting with Juvia’s Place Liquid Bronzer, Fine adds dimension on the outer perimeter with a color two shades deeper than his models’s complexion.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 7 July 2025
In the years since his dramatic exit from public service, some of Scaramucci’s jibes at Trump have come in the form of cheap laughs, including one about how the orange of his Mickey Mouse wristband is more fetching than Trump’s complexion.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 2 July 2025
Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, collagen, and sodium hyaluronate (a sister to hyaluronic acid), the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexion
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In Milwaukee, one of the country's most racially segregated cities, where historical redlining has pushed communities of color into more industrial areas, urban heat islands continue to reinforce longstanding inequities.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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That’s $75 million in public tax dollars that could have potentially gone toward underfunded public schools serving low-income students of color.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
23 July 2025
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After turning to booze, running out of money, and once again losing his now-late grandma's house, Happy is a shell of his former self.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
25 July 2025
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When Chandra first detected the X-ray emission from the tidal disruption event, this stream was just beginning to wrap back on itself, the self-intersection giving rise to shock-heating that produced X-rays.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
25 July 2025
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Because of their petite size and dark coloring, these snakes can easily hide or blend in with the landscape.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 July 2025
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Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, sporting unique coloring and personalities, but one recent social-media post quickly captured the attention of internet users after an owner showed off her dog's unusually long tail.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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Offer a Gesture of Goodwill When your new boss is officially hired or promoted, use your first meeting as an opportunity to set a positive tone.—
Melody Wilding,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Following Trump’s Saturday release of letters to Mexico and the European Union, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen sought to strike a diplomatic tone.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
15 July 2025
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In the initial study of over 1,200 single adults, MacDonald and his team were able to associate these different motivations with a host of personality traits: Intrinsic motivation.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Keys also stars in a campaign spot alongside popular TikTok personalities Noah Beck, Cyrus Veyssi and Dr. Muneeb Shah.—
Hedy Phillips,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Known for its commitment to wellness, sustainability and experiential luxury, the Six Senses brand creates immersive sanctuaries that connect guests to nature, community and self.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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However, that balanced nature can sometimes be a hindrance.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
15 July 2025
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Since the 1940s, professional wrestling has grown in popularity, thanks to its creative characters, stellar performances, and broad appeal to a mainstream audience.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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On the other hand, while Franklin’s abilities seemingly outstrip everyone else in the MCU, he hasn’t been established yet as an actual character beyond being a cute, towheaded preschooler.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
26 July 2025
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Under Michigan's 1963 constitution, candidates for Michigan governor must be at least 30 years old, U.S. citizens and residents of Michigan who were registered to vote in Michigan for at least four years prior to the election.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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There are three different constitutions, and at the Art of Living Retreat Center, guests can learn how to improve their diets and lifestyles based on them.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
9 July 2025
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“Complexion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complexion. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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