canary yellow

noun

: a light to a moderate or vivid yellow

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The iconic blue and white stripes of Argentina will host the canary yellow of Brazil as two neighbours do battle in one of soccers most famous head-to-heads. Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024 These geometric shapes and shades of canary yellow, peacock blue, and dusty rose would later influence the whimsical settings of Wes Anderson films and architecture on Miami's South Beach. Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024 However, when in need of a directional landmark, use Lamp Bear, the 23-foot high canary yellow teddy bear sculpted from bronze, as your anchor point. Rachel Morris, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Dec. 2024 Each bedroom features playful splashes of turquoise and canary yellow, with Southwestern rugs and live edge furniture to match. Emily Pennington, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for canary yellow 

Word History

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of canary yellow was in 1801

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“Canary yellow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/canary%20yellow. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

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