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shade

[sheyd] / ʃeɪd /








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CEO Alex Karp pivoted off this idea to cast shade on the emerging AI software ecosystem.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

“It’s been over. And this is not the first time I’ve said it. There’s no negativity or shade being thrown on Skip Bayless. I have moved on.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

But for my family, this tree has a name: Santseo, a Fanti word loosely translated as "Under" - because people settled underneath its shade.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

The vivid pink began to fade after four days, becoming a softer pastel shade.

From Science Daily • May 2, 2026

“Everything will be all right,” Glory told him as they stepped into the cool shade of the house.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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