harlequin
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The problematic species—officially called Harmonia axyridis but often known as the harlequin or the multicolored Asian lady beetle—originated in Asia and spends the winter there nestled in crevices on the sides of cliffs.
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
It was a romantic, whimsical collection, full of ruffs and harlequin prints and sweeping skirts, and maybe not what we’d expect from a designer known for elegant minimalism.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2023
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
The harlequin doll climbed out of Brigit's satchel and tapped her on the shoulder.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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