harlequin

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The harlequin lady beetle has helped farmers and gardeners control plant-eating pests, and defenders argue it is basically harmless.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 16, 2025

The harlequin originated in Asia but is now well established in the UK.

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2025

There’s Anastasia Durasova’s makeup that makes a face look like that of a melting high-glam harlequin.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2023

This also is an excellent bird-watching spot for black oystercatchers and harlequin ducks.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 3, 2023

In the corridor I passed a gaunt, sixtyish woman—print dress, harlequin glasses, sharp nasty face like a poodle—carrying a stack of folded towels.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt