metallic
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In Grenen, the northernmost point in Denmark, Ms. Korsgaard lies in the sand on her belly to inspect the lyrically named green hairstreak, its wings “jade green on the underside, with a metallic sheen.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
One of the most striking findings was that almost no metallic Ni could be detected in the catalyst after the reaction.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 9, 2026
But some voiced their support for his metallic opponent earlier.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
One ballerina selected from her stash a leotard whose gray velour later read as metallic silver under the studio lights during her grand adagio.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
The drive-in directly in front of him featured a large metallic awning— light brown and yellow with green trim.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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