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Winter Nails

The latest trends in the nail art industry indicate that more and more women want to try new things with their nails during the winter season when it's cold outside, and there are only a few special occasions to celebrate. It gives them an excuse to pamper themselves, a reason to have unique designs for manicures and pedicures. Winter nails look nothing less than classy and elegant and have the ability to make your hands look like you're ready to take over the world.
Winter nail ideas come in different styles, shades, sizes, and shapes. They can be bright or dark and sometimes have a little embellishment on them.
Winter-themed nails are pretty, and keep your nails in style during the wintertime. They are inspired by winter scenery, such as snowflakes, icicles, and ice crystals, and can be applied on nails for any occasion, whether it is an office meeting or an evening party with friends and family. Now, get ready to have fun with the most pleasing winter nail colors and designs during December, January, and February. We rounded up easy-to-complex nail designs from the best artists around the world.

Long Winter Nails

3D Dots on Long Coffin Nails | Dot Nails - NB4488
3D Dots on Long Coffin Nails | Dot Nails - NB4488

Velvet Nails with Ocean Tips
Velvet Nails with Ocean Tips

Dashenkanails

Candy Cane Accent Nail
Candy Cane Accent Nail

Project_paznokcie

Leaves Nail Design for Winter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1415
Leaves Nail Design for Winter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1415

Foil Design Black Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4481
Foil Design Black Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4481

Snowflakes for Winter Blue Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6727
Snowflakes for Winter Blue Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6727

Simple Candy Cane Nails Design | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6761
Simple Candy Cane Nails Design | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6761

Ombre Reindeer Nails with Snowflake Design | Christmas Nails - NB1375
Ombre Reindeer Nails with Snowflake Design | Christmas Nails - NB1375

Short Winter Nails

Short Polka Dot Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6805
Short Polka Dot Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6805

Minimal Design Inspired From Naked Winter Trees | Winter Nails Design - NB6750
Minimal Design Inspired From Naked Winter Trees | Winter Nails Design - NB6750

Short Pink and Blue Nails with Winter Theme | Winter Nails Design - NB6739
Short Pink and Blue Nails with Winter Theme | Winter Nails Design - NB6739

Bling Nails for 16th Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5181
Bling Nails for 16th Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5181

Owl and Snow Flake Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3150
Owl and Snow Flake Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3150

Winnie the Pooh with Christmas Gift Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1702
Winnie the Pooh with Christmas Gift Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1702

Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272
Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272

Winter Wedding Nails

Reverse French Glitter Design for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6681
Reverse French Glitter Design for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6681

Bridal Shower Shimmer Toenail Design with Flower| Wedding-NB-D-613
Bridal Shower Shimmer Toenail Design with Flower| Wedding-NB-D-613

White Nails with Sunflower in 3D Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5234
White Nails with Sunflower in 3D Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5234

Wedding Oval Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6687
Wedding Oval Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6687

Gold Foliage Nail Art for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6673
Gold Foliage Nail Art for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6673

Snow Queen White Nails
Snow Queen White Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Simple and Short Wedding Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6680
Simple and Short Wedding Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6680

Classy Winter Nails

Glitter Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1275
Glitter Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1275

Simple Snowflake Nails Design for Winter | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6723
Simple Snowflake Nails Design for Winter | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6723

Winter Glitter French Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1386
Winter Glitter French Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1386

Gold Snowflakes for Black Nails Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6726
Gold Snowflakes for Black Nails Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6726

Glossy Silver Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1684
Glossy Silver Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1684

Double Tips with Chrome Micro French Design | Spring Nails - NB3962
Double Tips with Chrome Micro French Design | Spring Nails - NB3962

Peach Fuzz and White French Nails with Holly Leaf | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1780
Peach Fuzz and White French Nails with Holly Leaf | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1780

White Nails Silver Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6683
White Nails Silver Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6683

Simple Winter Nails

Green Velvet Leaf Nails
Green Velvet Leaf Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Candy Cane Accent Nail
Candy Cane Accent Nail

Project_paznokcie

Pastel Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1367
Pastel Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1367

Birthday Plum Purple Nails with Charms | Birthday Nails - NB5139
Birthday Plum Purple Nails with Charms | Birthday Nails - NB5139

Dark Gradient Nails with Reverse French Design | Reverse French Nails - NB5565
Dark Gradient Nails with Reverse French Design | Reverse French Nails - NB5565

Christmas Pattern Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6801
Christmas Pattern Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6801

Cute Winter Nails

Embellished Nails with Cute Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6832
Embellished Nails with Cute Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6832

Green Shimmer Nails with Cute Gnomes | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6788
Green Shimmer Nails with Cute Gnomes | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6788

Minimal Christmas Trees on Pastel Nails | Winter - NB1284
Minimal Christmas Trees on Pastel Nails | Winter - NB1284

Green Nails with Winter Gnome Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6659
Green Nails with Winter Gnome Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6659

3D Matte Snowman Nails with Decorations | Christmas | Winter - NB1315
3D Matte Snowman Nails with Decorations | Christmas | Winter - NB1315

Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661
Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661

Pastel Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1286
Pastel Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1286

Easy Snowman Design for Purple Nails | Cute Winter Nails - NB6701
Easy Snowman Design for Purple Nails | Cute Winter Nails - NB6701

Blue Winter Nails

Birthday Glossy Blue Nails with Confetti | Birthday Nails - NB5152
Birthday Glossy Blue Nails with Confetti | Birthday Nails - NB5152

Gingerbread and Snowflake Short Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6799
Gingerbread and Snowflake Short Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6799

Penguins in Winter Snowfall Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3163
Penguins in Winter Snowfall Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3163

Nails with Penguin Chicks Playing on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3157
Nails with Penguin Chicks Playing on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3157

Polar Bear Surrounded by Snow and Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3126
Polar Bear Surrounded by Snow and Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3126

Geometric Flower Design
Geometric Flower Design

Blondivika_nsk

Matte Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments | Christmas | Winter - NB1254
Matte Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments | Christmas | Winter - NB1254

White Winter Nails

Shimmer Love Nails
Shimmer Love Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Chrome Stripes Nails
Chrome Stripes Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Glitter Design for White Reindeer Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6834
Glitter Design for White Reindeer Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6834

Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546

Coffin Bling Nails for Winter | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6672
Coffin Bling Nails for Winter | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6672

A Fox and Snow Sparkle Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3146
A Fox and Snow Sparkle Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3146

Nails with Cute Polar Bear Cubs on Iceberg | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3136
Nails with Cute Polar Bear Cubs on Iceberg | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3136

Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1228
Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1228

Winter Pink Nails

Festive Sparkle French
Festive Sparkle French

Blondivika_nsk

Chrome Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1735
Chrome Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1735

Pastel Pink and Deer
Pastel Pink and Deer

Fasia.nails

Pastel Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1286
Pastel Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1286

Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655
Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655

Christmas Trees and Stars
Christmas Trees and Stars

Nailartbychlo

Simple Winter French Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6653
Simple Winter French Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6653

Short Pink Nails Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6793
Short Pink Nails Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6793

Winter Ombre Nails

Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400
Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400

Silver and Nude Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3144
Silver and Nude Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3144

Love for Winter Ombre Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6666
Love for Winter Ombre Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6666

Blue Ombre Nails with Snowflake | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6466
Blue Ombre Nails with Snowflake | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6466

Embellished Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1270
Embellished Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1270

Square Nude Nails with Soft White Tips for Winter | Rei Customized Nail Designs- NB7549
Square Nude Nails with Soft White Tips for Winter | Rei Customized Nail Designs- NB7549

Long Squre Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6527
Long Squre Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6527

Silver Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1238
Silver Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1238

Coffin Winter Nails

Elegant Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4954
Elegant Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4954

Black and Silver Nails with Red Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4489
Black and Silver Nails with Red Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4489

Glossy French Santa Claus Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1319
Glossy French Santa Claus Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1319

Black Nails with Santa Accent Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Black Nails with Santa Accent Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1681

Ombre Nails with Snowfall | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6738
Ombre Nails with Snowfall | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6738

Coffin Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6732
Coffin Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6732

Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647
Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647

Snowflake Nails with Gold Glitter Design | Christmas Nails - NB1685
Snowflake Nails with Gold Glitter Design | Christmas Nails - NB1685

Colorful Winter Nails

Hologram French Tips with Sparkle
Hologram French Tips with Sparkle

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Abstract Winter Nails
Abstract Winter Nails

Daimondhand

Mountains in Winter
Mountains in Winter

Daimondhand

Embellished Nails with Snowflake | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6717
Embellished Nails with Snowflake | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6717

Winter Design Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6713
Winter Design Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6713

Cute Colorful Nails with Snowman | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6716
Cute Colorful Nails with Snowman | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6716

Simple Luxury Nails with Iridescent Pearl Theme | Aurora Nails - NB3981
Simple Luxury Nails with Iridescent Pearl Theme | Aurora Nails - NB3981

Glossy Colorful Nails with Snowman Design | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6708
Glossy Colorful Nails with Snowman Design | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6708

Neutral Winter Nails

Snowy Winter Nails
Snowy Winter Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Gray Selburose Winter Nails
Gray Selburose Winter Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Winter Blue and Gray Tones
Winter Blue and Gray Tones

Irina_rain

Simple Matte Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1313
Simple Matte Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1313

Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272
Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272

Neutral Colors for Nails Design in a Darker or Lighter Hue | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7328
Neutral Colors for Nails Design in a Darker or Lighter Hue | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7328

Neutral Nails Sweater-inspired Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6644
Neutral Nails Sweater-inspired Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6644

Winter Snowflake Nails

Christmas Mouse
Christmas Mouse

Blondivika_nsk

Embellished Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6841
Embellished Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6841

Winter Design Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6713
Winter Design Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6713

Winter Nails with White Outline | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6658
Winter Nails with White Outline | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6658

New Year Short Black Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3703
New Year Short Black Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3703

Ombre Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6737
Ombre Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6737

Snowflakes and a Bow
Snowflakes and a Bow

Sylwia_nailss

Glossy French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1300
Glossy French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1300

Winter Sweater Nails

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

Sweater pattern for Reindeers Winter Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1383
Sweater pattern for Reindeers Winter Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1383

White Sweater French Nails
White Sweater French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Reindeer with Knit Nails Art | Christmas Nails - NB1369
Reindeer with Knit Nails Art | Christmas Nails - NB1369

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Knitted Design for Forest Green Nails | Fall Nails - NB5745
Knitted Design for Forest Green Nails | Fall Nails - NB5745

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Winter Nail Design on Toes

Minimal Flower Toenail Design for Men| Men's Nail-NB-D-531
Minimal Flower Toenail Design for Men| Men's Nail-NB-D-531

Bridesmaid Mauve Shimmer Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-587
Bridesmaid Mauve Shimmer Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-587

Bridal Shower Shimmer Toenail Design with Flower| Wedding-NB-D-613
Bridal Shower Shimmer Toenail Design with Flower| Wedding-NB-D-613

Geo Pattern Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-478
Geo Pattern Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-478

Embellished Crusie Wedding Toenail Design with Pearl| Wedding-NB-D-639
Embellished Crusie Wedding Toenail Design with Pearl| Wedding-NB-D-639

Slate Gray Color Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-555
Slate Gray Color Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-555

Filigree French Crusie Wedding Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-640
Filigree French Crusie Wedding Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-640

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs for Winter?

Snowflake Nails
Winter Wonderland Nails
Snowman Nail Art
Winter Ombre Nails
Winter Sweater Nails
Christmas Nails
Winter French Nails
Winter Glitter Nails
Candy Cane Nails
Star Nails
Icicle Nails
Marble Nails

How to Choose the Best Colors for Winter Nails

In winter, the cold wind makes your hands look pale, which is why adding colors makes your hand incredible and attractive. Many women love bright, shiny colors in the summer, but they don't look as appealing during the winter months when women prefer neutral tones and soft hues. However, if you wish to look your best, it is better to apply the right nail color that goes well with the outfit you will wear in the winter.
Here are some color combinations for winter nail designs:
Black and white
Gold and silver
Rose gold and silver
Red and black
Deep purple and white
Dark blue and light blue
Light pink and dark pink
Dark red and white
White and gold
Black and silver
Red and green
Green and gold

Tips for Winter Nail Designs

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Use a base coat and top coat to protect your nails from chipping or peeling during the cold weather. You can use a clear polish, but if you really want your nails to shine, try using a colored polish as your base coat instead! This will give them extra shine and color while protecting them.
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Paint with a brush instead of using an applicator! This allows for more control over where the paint goes on each nail, which will help prevent any messes or smudges when painting them onto each finger individually before moving on to the next one!
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Darker colors like browns, reds, and purples are great for winter because they make you feel warm.
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You can choose from any color you want for winter nail designs: red, blue, green, purple—or maybe even black if you're feeling wild. You can also use glitter or sparkles in your polish for extra flair. If you want to go all out, try adding some snowflakes or a Christmas tree to your design.
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Nail stickers are another great way to get an elegant look without having to worry about smudging or chipping the polish.

The Best Winter Nail Art Ideas

Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail
Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail

Project_paznokcie

Candy Cane Accent Nail
Candy Cane Accent Nail

Project_paznokcie

Marble Negative Space Nails
Marble Negative Space Nails

Project_paznokcie

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Sparkle and French Nails
Sparkle and French Nails

Project_paznokcie

Blue Leopard and Foil Nails
Blue Leopard and Foil Nails

Project_paznokcie

Panther Love Nails
Panther Love Nails

Project_paznokcie

Plaid Blanket Nail Design
Plaid Blanket Nail Design

Pauletta.nails

Candy Cane Nail Design
Candy Cane Nail Design

Pauletta.nails

Black French with Snowflakes
Black French with Snowflakes

Nails_by_evelyn9

Purple Christmas Nails
Purple Christmas Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Dark Purple Sparkle Nails
Dark Purple Sparkle Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Almond Nails with Glitter Stars
Almond Nails with Glitter Stars

Nails_by_evelyn9

Long Almond Christmas Nails
Long Almond Christmas Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Christmas Festive Nails
Christmas Festive Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Christmas Trees and Stars
Christmas Trees and Stars

Nailartbychlo

Snowflakes and Dusty Glitters
Snowflakes and Dusty Glitters

Nailartbychlo

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Blue and Black Zebra Effect Nails
Blue and Black Zebra Effect Nails

Irina_rain

Extra Long Mr. Grinch Nail Art
Extra Long Mr. Grinch Nail Art

Hnnailsbyhoney

Pastel Pink and Deer
Pastel Pink and Deer

Fasia.nails

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

Christmas Penguin Accent Nail
Christmas Penguin Accent Nail

Fasia.nails

Geometric Flower Design
Geometric Flower Design

Blondivika_nsk

French 3D Leaves
French 3D Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

3D Water Droplets
3D Water Droplets

Blondivika_nsk

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Silver Checkered Nails
Silver Checkered Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Stamped Ombre With Stones
Stamped Ombre With Stones

Blondivika_nsk

Festive Sparkle French
Festive Sparkle French

Blondivika_nsk

French Swirl Nails
French Swirl Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Rain Drop French
Rain Drop French

Blondivika_nsk

Christmas Confetti
Christmas Confetti

Blondivika_nsk

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Shimmer Love Nails
Shimmer Love Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Encapsulate Floral Nails
Encapsulate Floral Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Square Stamped Nails
Square Stamped Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Stamped Modern French
Stamped Modern French

Blondivika_nsk

3D Pearl Unicorn Nails
3D Pearl Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Chrome Stripes Nails
Chrome Stripes Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Stamped Chrome Nails
Stamped Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Snowflakes on Ombre
Snowflakes on Ombre

Blondivika_nsk

French & Christmas Tree
French & Christmas Tree

Blondivika_nsk

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In a word, yes. White nails are a classic option for winter—and they're also incredibly flattering on any skin tone. Whether you choose to go with a plain white manicure or something more intricate, you can't go wrong.
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