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Recent Examples of polka dotShe’s created them for over 70 years in various forms and colors, but almost always covered in her signature polka dots.—Rima Suqi, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 Philippines: Wearing polka dots and eating round fruits To ensure a happy new year, the Filipino community believes that wearing round shapes (such as polka dots!) promotes prosperity and good luck.—Chris Ciolli, AFAR Media, 23 Dec. 2024 The flowing, floor-length dress featured allover white polka dots against the black fabric base.—Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024 This sculpture entangles viewers with 20-foot-high tentacles decorated with yellow and black polka dots.—Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for polka dot
Root rot can cause plants to droop and develop mushy roots and dark splotches on their leaves.
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Dec. 2024
Dash Shaw is a consummate minimalist, rendering domestic scenes and small, poignant character moments with just enough lines and splotches of tone to evoke the sense and setting.
Wow your guests before the first bite—vanilla flecks give desserts a high-quality, artisanal look (and taste).
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
22 Dec. 2024
The other side: But concerns over water fluoridation have included fluorosis, when growing teeth are exposed to too much fluoride and develop white flecks or spots, and reduced IQ in children.
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