Example Sentences

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Junior smirked, crimsoned under his tan, and refused to say.*

From Time Magazine Archive

In perfect aesthetic juxtaposition, Gorey's costumes are funereal black, with ruby splashes in a proffered drink or a crimsoned pendant to accent the theme of Dracula's blood lust.

From Time Magazine Archive

Mr. Lovell's quickened breathing, crimsoned cheeks, and flashing eyes seemed to suggest that his breast was a tumult of conflicting feelings.

From Amusement Only by Marsh, Richard

Senators—equites—populus—pullati ... yellow sunlight striking down through vellarium ... crimsoned sand ... mirmillo fleeing before secutor ...

From The Travelling Companions a Story in Scenes by Anstey, F.

"I love him not," replied Amy, while her face and even neck crimsoned with the words.

From It May Be True, Vol. II (of III) by Wood, Mrs. Henry