Example Sentences

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Gordon delivered a multitude of looks that ranged from embroidered hot pink mini dresses to oversized color-blocked dresses with big peplums and chunky belts.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 13, 2023

The yellow-and-red color-blocked canopy, powered by hot air, seemed incongruous in the white winter landscape.

From Washington Post • Feb. 11, 2022

It also defines the color-blocked wall and gives the space some architectural character on the cheap.

From Salon • Aug. 29, 2021

Ms. Russo’s work for Adidas includes reflective corset tops, color-blocked sport minis and bodysuits in clashing checkerboard and stripes.

From New York Times • May 6, 2021

The color-blocked music video introduced each BTS member — RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook — to the audience by name.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 29, 2020