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black

[blak] / blæk /
ADJECTIVE
lacking hue and brightness; light-absorbing.
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ADJECTIVE
enveloped in darkness
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Encased in blue chalcedony, set with diamonds and hung from a black silk ribbon, the piece is a contemporary interpretation of Baillères’ Mexican heritage.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The next day, Charlie and Emma begin discussing the circumstances that preceded her plan — depression, bullying, the black hole of the internet — before pausing for an appointment.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

"It's the first time that he is wearing tefillin", Bandel said enthusiastically, referring to the small black leather boxes containing Torah scrolls.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The jewels were shown against stark black dresses created by the house for the presentation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

After two years, rich, black, pungent Dutch coffee.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom