metallic

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Oil fires can also release sulphur and nitrogen oxides, which can form acids if they dissolve in rainwater, as well as other harmful hydrocarbons, metallic compounds and droplets of oil.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

For her sit-down with Shepherd, Huger was styled in a formfitting burnt orange dress, metallic cuffs and a chic bob.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

In a clip posted on Instagram, the German relay team are jumping up and down in celebration when suddenly Strelow's bronze medal comes loose and a metallic clang echoes through the room.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

The approach relies on a specially engineered nonlinear metasurface made from precisely arranged metallic nanostructures.

From Science Daily • Feb. 4, 2026

His face was thin and his hair was bleached to a metallic tone that matched the gold in his eyes.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt