as in colored
having blotches of two or more colors
a blotched black-and-white rabbit
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as in sprinkled
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
my pen leaked and blotched my shirt pocket
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Recent Examples of blotched
The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2025
Its leaves are deciduous and sometimes white-blotched.
—Howard Garrett, Dallas News, 16 Aug. 2021
Click on the state Division of Oil, Gas & Geo-thermal Resources well-finder map, which shows both active and inactive sites, and L.A. becomes blotched with black.
—Matt Jaffe, Los Angeles Magazine, 5 Feb. 2018
The study sheds light on the late emergence of the blotched or striped coat markings, which began to appear in domesticated tabby cats in the Middle Ages.
—National Geographic, 19 June 2017
Adjective
The whole rug needs to get wet or colors in the fiber could migrate and result in a blotched look.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2025
Its leaves are deciduous and sometimes white-blotched.
—Howard Garrett, Dallas News, 16 Aug. 2021
Click on the state Division of Oil, Gas & Geo-thermal Resources well-finder map, which shows both active and inactive sites, and L.A. becomes blotched with black.
—Matt Jaffe, Los Angeles Magazine, 5 Feb. 2018
The study sheds light on the late emergence of the blotched or striped coat markings, which began to appear in domesticated tabby cats in the Middle Ages.
—National Geographic, 19 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blotched
Adjective
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The shelter also posted a video of Kaylee with her orange-and-black spotted head pressed against the wall, not interacting with anything.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2025
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The study, published Wednesday, found that the rig shark -- also known as the spotted estuary smoothhound -- produces clicking sounds when handled, according to the study.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The palate featured similar flavors and accents of spruce tip, marbled rye toast, and baking spice.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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On his shorebird odyssey, the marbled godwit is one of the first of the Magnificent Seven that Beehler got to observe.—
Carlyn Kranking,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Curaçao With colorful Dutch architecture, multicultural charm, and an easygoing pace of life, Curaçao attracts sun-seekers from around the world.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Best Restaurants Jack's Beach Bar Set on the sands of Princess Margaret Beach, Jack's Beach Bar embraces its barefoot, beachy feel while offering an elevated dining experience with fresh cuisine and colorful cocktails.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Spice up your Super Bowl party with these pinto beans, garnished with savory bacon and spicy poblano peppers.—
Christopher Michel,
Country Living,
2 Feb. 2023
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Two types of beans (black and pinto) bring the protein count in this healthy enchilada casserole up to 19 grams per serving.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Oct. 2022
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In Margate, Turner experimented with materials like cloth, knives, and even bread to create the mottled topography of his paintings.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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More than a century later, fine particles of pollution still clung to its feathers, dulling what once was a scarlet red breast to a mottled gray.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Blotched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blotched. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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