redden

Example Sentences

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From its color, Ellis and his colleagues knew at least some of its stars were mature, because they tend to redden with age.

From Science Magazine • Jun. 30, 2022

Saget could — and always would — pummel decency so vigorously, so joyfully, that our cheeks would redden while our hang-ups began to feel more and more ridiculous.

From Washington Post • Jan. 10, 2022

He stops talking, his eyes redden, he takes a deep breath, and reaches for his cup of tea.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2019

Recounting this, Gadsby’s eyes redden; her voice is loud and breaking.

From The New Yorker • Jun. 28, 2018

I could see Selena’s face redden as she stood up and shoved the phone into the back pocket of her jeans.

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez