coloring
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Our physician father finally conceded that tonic water—thanks to drops of quinine—might not be a completely worthless mix of food coloring and empty calories.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
“Even down to the coloring, the branding — like orange and blue, going into that sunset-type vibe,” Ohwobete said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
Helen Guedez and her brother have chosen to disregard the ominous letter coloring the wall of the building that previously housed their dad, sister and grandmother.
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
Their vivid blue coloring is a result of the microscopic scales on the backs of their wings, which reflect light.
From BBC ● May 8, 2026
He blushed so hard, I could see the red coloring his brown cheeks.
From "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus" by Dusti Bowling
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If the Renaissance had been known as the Resurrection, might we be more aware of the period’s metaphysical colorings?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2025
The agency is also looking to “revoke authorization of synthetic food colorings, including those not in production, within the coming weeks,” the outlet specified.
From Salon ● Apr. 24, 2025
Examples that can be found around us include various amino acids, including monosodium glutamate, food proteins, enzymes, flavoring compounds, food colorings, and bioactive substances.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 12, 2024
Some studies began suggesting that chemical dyes, and particularly some of the red ones, could have adverse health effects if consumed as food colorings or in cosmetics like lipstick.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 1, 2023
The girls enjoyed looking at the wild colorings of the clouds and the beautiful bow.
From The Girls of Central High on Track and Field The Champions of the School League by Gertrude W. Morrison