The captain ordered the crew to lower the colours as the ship entered neutral waters.

She colours the sketches with watercolor pencils to bring them to life.

The manufacturer removed several artificial colourants from the product after customer complaints.

The laboratory tested a new colourant to ensure it would not fade in sunlight.

The artist studied the subtle colourations in the butterfly's wings to better replicate their patterns.

The artist praised the colourableness of the fabric, which allowed subtle shading across the garment.

The photograph looked more vivid in colour than in black and white.

The conservator applied a colourative glaze to restore the faded fresco.

The museum's collection of restored photographs included several colourizations that revealed details invisible in the black-and-white originals.

Scholars have documented multiple colourisms within the same community, showing how preferences for lighter skin can intersect with class and gender.