veined

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In the 1970s, geologists confirmed what a local bush pilot long suspected: The red-stained creeks that veined the tundra hinted at a massive mineral deposit.

From Salon • Nov. 15, 2023

The PAC is clad in translucent, veined Portuguese marble that creates amber light in the day and glows at night.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 14, 2023

Inspiration was often derived from nature and the designs frequently featured a central circle and recurring themes like veined leaves or hearts.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2022

Crouching down, I saw that the sandy-colored stone was delicately veined and faintly translucent.

From New York Times • Mar. 4, 2021

I study the youthful parody shape in the mirror: the stomach lipped tight by muscle; the shoulders rounded by chin-ups; the arms veined strong.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez