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patina

noun

pə-ˈtē-nə

Definition of patina

as in aura

a special quality or impression associated with something although the winery is brand-new, it has been constructed and decorated to give it a patina of old-world quaintness

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Recent Examples of patina New patio chairs are covered with plush cushions, but the wooden deck railing still has a soulful saltwater patina. — Katie Nanton, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026 Family, friends and neighbors filled the frames with dancing and dominoes; their apartments painted in shades of mint, butter yellow and palomino pink, flecked with a patina cultivated by humidity and time. — Suzy Exposito, Los Angeles Times, 28 July 2026 This circa-1950s one from Eagle and Hodges bears small imperfections and, with time, will develop a rich patina. — Alex Eagle, Vogue, 26 July 2026 Distressing or a patina that looks suspiciously uniform and intentionally perfect is likely manufactured and gives away a reproduction. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for patina

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Noun

Knowing there was a 75-foot saltwater pool inside added to its otherworldly aura.

— Bridget Read, Curbed, 1 Sep. 2026
On the other, its smoothness and seamlessness generate an aura of spiritual transcendence, something not unaffiliated with the Angeleno ethos.

— Katy Barkan, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of aura

Noun

One Rassvet satellite from the March launch never made any significant maneuvers and reentered the atmosphere in June.

— Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2026
We were immediately drawn to the world of this Tamil-language psychological horror, with its mystery, atmosphere, emotional depth and sustained tension.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of atmosphere

Noun

The smell of freshly ground espresso and incense fills the air, and staff speak to patients in hushed, discreet tones, almost as if discussing state secrets.

— Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
The smell of rubber and oil remains in the air, and the sound of workers changing tires combines with music from a DJ inside the shop’s waiting room.

— Michael Wayland, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of smell

Noun

Put the cutting in a warm place with bright, indirect light, keep the soil evenly moist, and open the bag once each day to let in fresh air.

— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
The apartment has long faced poor living conditions, including some units lacking power or air conditioning.

— Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2026

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