as in colored
having blotches of two or more colors
a splotched tan and white puppy
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as in sprinkled
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
ink from a leaking pen had badly splotched his shirt pocket
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splotched
Adjective
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The shelter also posted a video of Kaylee with her orange-and-black spotted head pressed against the wall, not interacting with anything.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2025 -
The study, published Wednesday, found that the rig shark -- also known as the spotted estuary smoothhound -- produces clicking sounds when handled, according to the study.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The whole rug needs to get wet or colors in the fiber could migrate and result in a blotched look.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2025
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Its leaves are deciduous and sometimes white-blotched.—
Howard Garrett,
Dallas News,
16 Aug. 2021
Adjective
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Curaçao With colorful Dutch architecture, multicultural charm, and an easygoing pace of life, Curaçao attracts sun-seekers from around the world.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Best Restaurants Jack's Beach Bar Set on the sands of Princess Margaret Beach, Jack's Beach Bar embraces its barefoot, beachy feel while offering an elevated dining experience with fresh cuisine and colorful cocktails.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The palate featured similar flavors and accents of spruce tip, marbled rye toast, and baking spice.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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On his shorebird odyssey, the marbled godwit is one of the first of the Magnificent Seven that Beehler got to observe.—
Carlyn Kranking,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Spice up your Super Bowl party with these pinto beans, garnished with savory bacon and spicy poblano peppers.—
Christopher Michel,
Country Living,
2 Feb. 2023
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Two types of beans (black and pinto) bring the protein count in this healthy enchilada casserole up to 19 grams per serving.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Oct. 2022
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“Splotched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splotched. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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