Black

Black

Black is the color of coal, ebony, and the night sky. It is the very darkest color, the result of the absence of or complete absorption of light. It is the opposite of white.

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Famous quotes containing the word black:

    “... black women have always found that in the social order of things we’re the least likely to be believed—by anyone.”
    —Joycelyn Elders (b. 1933)

    “A black sun has appeared in the sky of my motherland.”
    —Wuer Kaixi, Chinese student leader. Quoted in Independent (London, June 29, 1989)

    “I’m afraid to look in the mirror. I’m afraid I’m going to see an old lady with white hair, just like the old ladies in the park. A little bundle in a black shawl just waiting for the coffin.”
    —Paddy Chayefsky (1923–1981)