russet

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But for some, the true treat will turn out to be the classic oval or oblong-shaped russet spud, good for baking, frying or just plain admiring.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025

Continued warm weather meant autumn came late this year, but it brought an explosion of colour with some spectacular displays ranging from gold through to russet red, like here on the Wallington Estate in Northumberland.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2024

His pumpkins appear to be snarling or wailing, and often have bulging eyeballs that he scoops from russet potatoes using a melon baller.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 2023

The crickets — which are about two inches long and have plump bodies — are turning brick homes, front lawns and beige sidewalks a darker shade of russet.

From New York Times • Jun. 18, 2023

The wind stirred her russet hair, crooning softly in her ears.

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury