patina

Example Sentences

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The film’s vintage patina doesn’t detract from rising actor Will Price’s confident performance as an immature mobster who prefers bitcoin to stacks of Benjamins.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

“Overcleaning can remove patina, soften detail and reduce value — particularly for antique pieces. When in doubt, leave it as is,” said Emily Otranto, lead researcher with M.S.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 31, 2025

Mr. Mescal’s performance makes hers look restrained; “Hamnet” attempts to match the patina of an arthouse release to the nuance of a monster-truck rally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025

Camara called criticism that she and other candidates were being allowed to run only to give the election a patina of authenticity a "narrow-minded view".

From Barron's • Nov. 3, 2025

The inmates’ protests, though they had a patina of moral force, only hardened my resolve.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover