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as in hue
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished a lovely shade of blue

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as in to protect
to shelter (something) from light and heat the trees shaded us quite nicely from the noonday sun

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Recent Examples of shade
Noun
Ortega's short nails were painted a very on-brand dark cherry red in a similar shade as her soft ombré lined lip; her lips were lined with a warm dark brick shade and a light rose color inside. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 June 2025 The Nautilus Collection is perfect representation of this, in which pieces are a precious mix of white enamel and diamonds that reveal light, shade, color and shape of the exotic shells. Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Verb
The inner sanctum of Diocletian’s Palace, what’s left of it, includes vaulted ceilings and thick stone walls that keep the space wonderfully shaded and cool. Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025 It’s shaded by a solar hardtop that generates three kilowatts—solar power is a feature that Oyster is making available across its entire range. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 21 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for shade
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shade
Noun
  • With mighty Yankee Aaron Judge huffing and puffing at the plate, a lone insistent chant emerged from a Dodger fan lurking in the shadows.
    Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2025
  • President Trump's shadow is cast over this Sunday's presidential election runoff election, with polls showing a tight race between Warsaw’s mayor, Rafał Trzaskowski, and his conservative challenger, Karol Nawrocki.
    Chris Massaro, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2025
Noun
  • Instead of the usual green or black colorway, though, the chef decided to do up his oven in a bright-orange hue.
    Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 June 2025
  • The flagship of the brand is its MR-G line, which continuously evolves in its functionality, materials, hues and finishes.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 6 June 2025
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  • Walls were observed with food splash and debris throughout the kitchen area, especially in hard to reach areas, such as behind and below equipment.
    Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2025
  • Vulcan’s most high-visibility splash in the pickleball world was their 2024 agreement with the UPA to become the official ball of both the PPA and MLP, a contract reportedly worth more than $2M annually and which instantly created a market for their VPro flight ball.
    Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Noun
  • The series, originally from Monumental Television for the BBC in the UK, follows a young couple inherit a huge castle, only to find one of them can communicate with the various apparitions from history who already live there.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 June 2025
  • The listing appeared suddenly, like an apparition from the era when Yoshi’s reigned as the Bay Area’s premiere jazz venue.
    Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Bear in mind, a tent does not protect you from lightning.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2025
  • The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say.
    Daniella Segura, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
Noun
  • An elusive apex predator was recorded casually strolling among homes at dusk in a California neighborhood, police said.
    Brooke Baitinger, Sacbee.com, 23 May 2025
  • Lake Austin sits minutes away for a paddle or a dusk cruise.
    Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Noun
  • Also, swimming alone after dark can end in tragedy.
    Deanese Williams-Harris, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2025
  • Maryland Stadium Authority taking on more fiscal responsibility at Pimlico Race Course ‘Hands tied’: Athletes left in dark as NCAA settlement leaves murky future for non-revenue sports Justify doing it in 2018 to give the sport a pair of Triple Crown champions in four years quieted that talk.
    Stephen Whyno, Baltimore Sun, 7 May 2025
Noun
  • De Castellane worked with navy as a base color for city locations and beige for resort hotels, with touches of pale pink, light blue and celadon.
    Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 5 June 2025
  • Last but not least, avoid any front door colors that are seen as too trendy, Boultier encourgaes.
    Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 5 June 2025

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“Shade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shade. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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