blush
Describes a pale pink color or an initial, superficial impression in formal contexts. It is frequently used to characterize a rosy tint or the state of reddening due to emotion.
Exemplos
3 de 5The sky turned a soft blush color as the sun began to set.
The sky became a light pink as the sun went down.
At first blush, the argument seems logically consistent.
Initially, the reasoning appears to be sound and coherent.
I think this blush shade of lipstick looks really natural on you.
I believe this light pink lipstick looks very natural on you.
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of the 'B' in Blush as 'Blood' 'Rushing' to the face because of shyness.
Quiz rápido
At first ____, the proposal looked expensive, but the long-term savings are significant.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: blush
Exemplos
The sky turned a soft blush color as the sun began to set.
everydayThe sky became a light pink as the sun went down.
At first blush, the argument seems logically consistent.
formalInitially, the reasoning appears to be sound and coherent.
I think this blush shade of lipstick looks really natural on you.
informalI believe this light pink lipstick looks very natural on you.
At first blush, the results of the study appeared to confirm the hypothesis.
academicOn first impression, the study's findings seemed to support the theory.
The blush tones in the marketing materials create a welcoming atmosphere.
businessThe pale pink colors in the ads make the brand feel inviting.
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
at first blush
at first glance or upon first consideration
to spare someone's blushes
to avoid doing something that would embarrass someone
in the first blush of youth
during the earliest and most vibrant period of being young
Frequentemente confundido com
A blush is usually caused by shame or modesty, whereas a flush is often caused by heat, fever, or physical exertion.
A brush is a tool with bristles, while a blush refers to a color or the act of turning red.
Notas de uso
In academic writing, 'blush' is most commonly found in the idiomatic expression 'at first blush.' As a color adjective, it specifically refers to a very delicate, pale pink.
Erros comuns
Learners often forget to use the preposition 'at' when using the phrase 'at first blush.' Some also use 'blush' when they mean 'flash' or 'flush' in the context of light or heat.
Dica de memorização
Think of the 'B' in Blush as 'Blood' 'Rushing' to the face because of shyness.
Origem da palavra
Derived from the Old English word 'blyscan,' which means 'to glow' or 'to become red.'
Padrões gramaticais
Contexto cultural
In many cultures, blushing is seen as a physical sign of sincerity, honesty, or romantic interest.
Quiz rápido
At first ____, the proposal looked expensive, but the long-term savings are significant.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: blush
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