black
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white
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(of a motion picture, photograph, etc.) showing only black, white, and gray colors
- She preferred to decorate her living room with black-and-white photographs for a timeless look.
- The newspaper article featured a black-and-white image of the historical event.
- The old family album contained black-and-white photographs from generations past.
- The designer chose a black-and-white color scheme for the logo to ensure versatility and timelessness.
- The artist's black-and-white sketches conveyed a sense of drama and simplicity.
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referring to a situation or perspective that is sharply divided into mutually exclusive categories, with no room for nuance or middle ground
- The debate was framed in black-and-white terms, leaving no room for compromise.
- His black-and-white view of politics made it difficult to find common ground with others.
- The conflict was presented as a black-and-white issue, ignoring the complexities involved.
- Her black-and-white thinking often led to misunderstandings in discussions.
- The documentary portrayed the historical events in a black-and-white manner, simplifying the nuances.
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