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Recent Examples of polka dot
Spring’s polka dot trend isn’t limited to just clothing, as brands like Sam Edelman are extending the whimsical print into footwear.
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Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
The gloves are available in a cheery red gingham or bright teal polka dot pattern.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Apr. 2026
Mixing two unexpected prints, like polka dots and snakeskin, feels totally modern, but the pencil skirt, wide belt, and halter top combo is pure nostalgia.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Wearing a cornflower suit with polka dots and bows, the NHS pediatric nurse took center stage at the Easter service in Windsor alongside her fiancé, Peter Phillips.
—Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 6 Apr. 2026
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Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
The gloves are available in a cheery red gingham or bright teal polka dot pattern.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Apr. 2026
Mixing two unexpected prints, like polka dots and snakeskin, feels totally modern, but the pencil skirt, wide belt, and halter top combo is pure nostalgia.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Wearing a cornflower suit with polka dots and bows, the NHS pediatric nurse took center stage at the Easter service in Windsor alongside her fiancé, Peter Phillips.
—Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polka dot
Noun
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Then, find a patch of sky roughly 40 degrees away from this location in the direction of your local zenith (which is the point above your head).—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
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Injuries being such a major plotline has made this season feel like a bit of a slog, but there have been some fun patches to enjoy.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Sullivan said Rodriguez will wear the green dot as the player who receives radio communication from coach Jeff Hafley, who will call Miami’s defense, in due time.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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Now, the Cowboys not only have experience in there, but also a player who can be the lead communicator, wearing the green dot on his helmet, for a defense that was missing that final crucial piece after a busy offseason reconstructing that unit.—
Nick Harris
April 25,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2026
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Many types of lungwort grow leaves which are frequently splashed with silvery white speckles for extra interest in the shady part of the garden.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
18 Apr. 2026
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The eggs vary in color—from white to blue to brown—with speckles, blotches, and other markings and are also distinctive in shape.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Mar. 2026
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This was a black one with blotches faintly outlined in pale yellow, a beautiful but deadly looking animal.—
Dr. C. E. Kuschel,
Outdoor Life,
9 Apr. 2026
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The eggs vary in color—from white to blue to brown—with speckles, blotches, and other markings and are also distinctive in shape.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Mar. 2026
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The second chick followed about a week later, starting to pip on March 17 and hatching on March 19.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
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The second chick started to pip on March 17 and hatched on March 19.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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On the spot, Mary Kay began applying the advice in her notes.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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The 24-year-old student next to me considered a leaf piled with spot prawn roe, like tiny orange pearls.—
Daniel Hernandez,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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The alternative rocker included a close-up photo of her infected leg, which was covered in red splotches.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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The pants featured an unusual dark brown splotch print that looked almost like stains.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
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Its design, crafted by Russell Sage Studio, is meant to be an on-the-nose reflection of the distillery's famed product, with bronzy walls the color of its single malt, and a ceiling painted to look like barley, reflecting the morning dew with flecks of gold throughout.—
Alessandra Amodio,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2026
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Berber carpet Berber is a type of loop pile carpet with flecks of color.—
Faith Wakefield,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Polka dot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polka%20dot. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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