complexion

Example Sentences

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The pattern of mishaps continued at the start of run two but the competition changed complexion when Ferreira posted 90.50 to set a new standard.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

Matches come so quickly that the entire complexion of the title race can change in a matter of days.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

His two drop-goals, deflating New Zealand's lead just before half-time, changed the complexion of the contest.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025

“Again, this has not happened yet, but it’s a scenario we need to stay alert to, as a confirmed breakdown would clearly shift the market’s complexion in a meaningful way,” Cappelleri wrote.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 19, 2025

“Extremely dangerous creatures,” said P.M., his complexion dimming.

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles