grayish
Americanadjective
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having a tinge of gray; slightly gray.
The sky was full of dark, grayish clouds.
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similar to gray.
a grayish color; a grayish purple.
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Example Sentences
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The historic El Escorial monastery -- a major tourist attraction -- was shrouded in a grayish, smoke-filled mist.
From Barron's ● Jul. 25, 2026
Under strong light, however, they become translucent with a grayish green hue.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 1, 2026
“Robotyne should be viewed as a mostly Russian-controlled grayish zone,” said Emil Kastehelmi, an analyst with the Black Bird Group.
From New York Times ● May 23, 2024
Adult scale insects form a grayish to dark brown protective covering called a test that resembles an oyster or mussel shell.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 6, 2024
“What’s that?” asked Holly, pointing at a grayish stain on the seat’s headrest.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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