emerald green
Americannoun
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Origin of emerald green
First recorded in 1875–80
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When they handed the property over, it boasted emerald green walls, a rattan monkey chandelier, and banana-leaf wallpaper.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
At the movie’s premiere, Dolan embodied the wizard, appearing in an emerald green suit and top hat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 3, 2026
ABHA, Saudi Arabia — From the air, Abha’s mountains emerge as a shock of emerald green rising from a sea of sand.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 28, 2025
But in season three, she becomes more independent, and starts wearing colours such as dark emerald green, as well as more muted tones.
From BBC ● May 15, 2024
Some of them looked at her, and their eyes were pinpoints of light: gold and silver and emerald green.
From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo
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