harlequin
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The harlequin lady beetle has helped farmers and gardeners control plant-eating pests, and defenders argue it is basically harmless.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 16, 2025
It is easy to tell the difference between the two species, as the seven-spot ladybird is red and has seven spots, while the harlequin can vary in colour and have a greater number of spots.
From BBC • Oct. 7, 2025
The collection reached its apex with Hawkins-inspired pieces, particularly the multicolored pants that married contemporary flair with a nod to the traditional harlequin attire, showcasing Anderson’s talent for fusing historical references with modern design.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 20, 2024
There’s Anastasia Durasova’s makeup that makes a face look like that of a melting high-glam harlequin.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2023
She was wearing tri-focal lenses in harlequin frames, and the frames were trimmed with rhinestones.
From "Slaughterhouse-Five" by Kurt Vonnegut
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