crimson
adjective
deep purplish-red.
crimsoning
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present participleof crimson.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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“Truly a beautiful sight,” the periodical opined, “in direct contrast with the expanse of white, whether appearing in thinly scattered patches, or crimsoning the hills and plains for miles around.”
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 21, 2023
"Ah! he is a poor boy," she replied; the whole expression of her countenance softening at his name, and her sallow cheeks crimsoning with a tender flush.
From The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine by E. Rameur
"Do you mean those darling white birds in the cage?" answered Maggie, her cheeks crimsoning.
From The Little Princess of Tower Hill by L. T. Meade
The color flushed to her face, crimsoning even her brow, and then fled back.
From Cecil Castlemaine's Gage, Lady Marabout's Troubles, and Other Stories by Ouida
“Oh, no, uncle,” faltered Sage, crimsoning more deeply, every trace of emotion being duly noted by him who was probing her to the quick.
From Eli's Children The Chronicles of an Unhappy Family by George Manville Fenn
