1
as in glowing
having a healthy reddish skin tone
rosy and cheerful after a day outside in the snow
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as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
that's a particularly rosy view of the economic situation, and one that may not be justified
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Recent Examples of rosy
But current economic indicators based on a declining stock market and high economic uncertainty are not as rosy.
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Eric J. Gertler, New York Daily News, 5 Apr. 2025
Photo: Getty Images The rest of Jennie’s glam was kept minimal too—her signature glass skin with a hint of rosy blush to be more of an all-over flush, and a swipe of black eyeliner.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2025
There’s a rosy outlook ahead for RTX , according to Baird.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 19 Mar. 2025
Many Partula snail species went extinct in French Polynesia after the rosy wolf snail was introduced to the islands to control the giant African land snail population, experts said.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
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Eric J. Gertler, New York Daily News, 5 Apr. 2025
Photo: Getty Images The rest of Jennie’s glam was kept minimal too—her signature glass skin with a hint of rosy blush to be more of an all-over flush, and a swipe of black eyeliner.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2025
There’s a rosy outlook ahead for RTX , according to Baird.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 19 Mar. 2025
Many Partula snail species went extinct in French Polynesia after the rosy wolf snail was introduced to the islands to control the giant African land snail population, experts said.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rosy
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Fine needles stimulate collagen and elastin for a glowing, even complexion, ideal for addressing hyperpigmentation before a trip.—
Rana Good,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The townsfolk run for cover as the glowing red eyes and bone-chilling howls signal the return of the terrifying creature.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
11 Apr. 2025
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Farther away from China lies an even more promising strategic opportunity.—
Linggong Kong,
The Conversation,
11 Apr. 2025
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Gabriel’s older brother David, 22, is a very promising right-handed pitcher in the Texas Rangers’ system.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Multilayered aromas of honeycomb, seashell and hazelnuts with pear tart flavors and bright acidity with a very long finish of saline minerality. 2023 SHABO, Rosé Wine: 100% Pinot Noir.—
Cathrine Todd,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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In the image, the girl group smiled while on a beach at night, as a bright, full moon could be seen in the sky behind them.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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In between walking red carpets and attending charity events together, the pair welcomed two children, daughters Evangeline Ruth and Elijah.—
Ellie Beeck,
Peoplemag,
6 Feb. 2023
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Music’s biggest night returns to Los Angeles on Sunday, and along with it, one of Hollywood’s grandest red carpets.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2023
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Poston is optimistic about the bill going into the House and said there’s an opportunity to inform lawmakers on how big of an impact this package will have on Texas.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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Choosing to remain optimistic about the value of individual contributions is not naïve, but a deliberate act of defiance.—
Lauren Stienstra,
Time,
17 Apr. 2025
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Just after midnight early Friday, March 14, the moon cuts across part of Earth’s ruddy shadow.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
9 Mar. 2025
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Mars will rise in the eastern sky during the night, and can look a ruddy red color in telescopes and binoculars.—
Tariq Malik,
Space.com,
11 Jan. 2025
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Deals on seating Deals on outdoor rugs Deals on pools and hot tubs Deals on fire pits Deals on storage Deals lights and umbrella Deals on seating Seating areas can create a focal point in your garden decor and are a great place to relax in warmer weather.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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However, evidence increasingly suggests that early in its life, Mars was a warm and wet planet much like our own.—
Jonathan O’Callaghan,
JSTOR Daily,
10 Apr. 2025
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Speaking to reporters earlier this week at the Final Four, the UConn coach was sanguine about whether that competitive balance will continue once schools can start sharing money directly with athletes.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Join 2 others in the comments View Comments Other economists were far less sanguine.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Rosy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rosy. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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