black

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The group's red and black flag is often used by Ukrainian troops on the front line today.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

"A black face is very rare but there is a heron from North America that is very similar, the little blue heron, but they have different qualities if you look closely."

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Despite extensive studies on green tea, there is limited information on the effects of other tea types, such as black, oolong, and white tea, especially concerning their comparative health benefits.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

“It’s a major black eye for college athletics,” Kansas State athletic director Gene Taylor said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Only then does he notice Phineas's hands and forearms, which are black with powder burns.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman