blue-green
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of blue-green
First recorded in 1850–55
Example Sentences
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A spokesperson for Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council said watersports activities and open-water swimming at Craigavon Lakes were suspended on 21 July due to the presence of blue-green algae.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
The natural option, a blue-green microalgae called spirulina, proved to be too costly and thick in consistency, causing factory equipment to clog during candy production.
From Salon ● Jun. 29, 2026
Nevertheless, a cheeky portion of blue-green paint contorts itself into a standing position in the corner, fighting against the weight that urges the rest of the work Earthward.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 29, 2026
The fancy vivid blue-green diamond is triangular in shape and "the size of the nail on your smallest finger" according to Fawcett.
From Barron's ● May 13, 2026
She wore a turquoise sweat suit, the sleeves and legs cut off, threads hanging like a blue-green spiderweb.
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
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