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colorful

[kuhl-er-fuhl] / ˈkʌl ər fəl /




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The audience was transported to the set of a classic detective film, with colorful vintage cars placed amidst the museum's stark concrete curves and moody lighting.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Adorned with tape loops and colorful textures, the dream-pop track finds McCartney attempting to replicate the festival’s ambience with exuberance and innovation at every turn.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

Reality TV star, OJ Posharella graces the red carpet with a giant bow sitting on her head as she stuns in her multi-layered colorful outfit she designed herself.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Allen, wearing colorful socks and open-toed sandals, said his work isn’t political, so he didn’t expect any negativity at the outset.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

The poles were all even—unlike Anya’s crooked and twisting poles at home—and lashed at the corners with more colorful ribbon.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack




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