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ruby

[roo-bee] / ˈru bi /






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The color palette consists of hues commonly found in Art Deco architecture, including muted green, sapphire and ruby.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

The 1939 movie sees Dorothy wearing the Wicked Witch of the East’s ruby slippers.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 24, 2025

“It’s ruby red with four golden stamens,” her mother replies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

Mr and Mrs Maher had been on a holiday to America to celebrate their ruby wedding for three weeks.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025

Three dark red jewels were embedded into its hilt, ruby if she had to guess.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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