as in glowing
having a healthy reddish skin tone
ruddy complexions run in the family
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Recent Examples of ruddy
Just a few spoonfuls of flavorful cocoa (or, in some versions, a couple of tidy squares of baking chocolate) turn this cake a pale, ruddy brown, the same color as the building blocks of brown stone building facades, thus its name.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
In another image, a woman stares at a ruddy sculptural bust with her own features that seems to be staring back.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 18 Dec. 2024
He’s got the classic ruddy cheeks and twinkle in his eye.
—Katie Rife, Vulture, 16 Nov. 2024
These ruddy spots, some of which are likely cryovolcanoes that erupt frosty sludge, suggest Europa’s ice shell is churning as cold material sinks and warmer pockets rise to the surface.
—Jay Bennett, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Oct. 2024
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
In another image, a woman stares at a ruddy sculptural bust with her own features that seems to be staring back.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 18 Dec. 2024
He’s got the classic ruddy cheeks and twinkle in his eye.
—Katie Rife, Vulture, 16 Nov. 2024
These ruddy spots, some of which are likely cryovolcanoes that erupt frosty sludge, suggest Europa’s ice shell is churning as cold material sinks and warmer pockets rise to the surface.
—Jay Bennett, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruddy
Adjective
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Jolie accepted the Maltin Modern Master Award from Ava DuVernay, who gave a glowing tribute to the actress onstage at the Arlington Theater.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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That sentiment is a far cry from Melania Trump's own glowing characterizations of the aid agency's work.—
Lucien Bruggeman,
ABC News,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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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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Some perfumes smell pink and rosy, others are amber-hued and spicy, and some smell fresh and verdant—like a whiff of pale green.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
8 Feb. 2025
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January’s nonfarm payrolls data reported Friday showed a rosy but not exceptional picture of the labor market.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Billboard’s global charts are flush with returning favorites this week, as dozens of popular singles from musicians working in every genre find their way back to the tallies.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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Tuck overhang under itself so the dough is flush with the rim of the pan.—
Tribune News Service,
The Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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It’s finished with red wood veneer, which adds a rustic and warm feel to the piece.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2025
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Listen to this article Another sunny and warm day is forecast in Central Florida on Sunday, Spectrum News 13 meteorologist Zach Covey said.—
Elainie Barraza,
Orlando Sentinel,
9 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Ciara modeled a sheer dress with white trim from Burch’s spring 2025 collection, which featured panels of black and brown fabric.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
11 Feb. 2025
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Investigators found a green nylon backpack with red trim, containing brown Levi’s trousers, The Bee’s archives said.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacramento Bee,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Ruddy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruddy. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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