He grew black in the face as he tried to lift the heavy crate.

A black scoter floated quietly among the kelp beds as fishermen prepared their boats.

During our hike, we were thrilled to spot a black stork perched on a mossy riverbank, its glossy feathers shimmering in the morning light.

Every August the city black-tops the old dirt road to cut down on dust.

She placed a vase on the black-topped table by the window.

They black topped the driveway before winter arrived.

After the storm, crews quickly repaired the damaged black-tops on the suburban roads.

The crew is black-topping the rural road this afternoon to prevent potholes.

The old witch stirred a pot of black broth that sent shivers down the villagers' spines.

The smoky black of the mare set her apart at the show.