Gradients are a powerful CSS feature. We use them for texture, depth, and even to hide parts of elements with CSS masking. This article covers another interesting way to use gradients — as a hover effect that affects the appearance of other elements around the hovered element. https://smashingmagazine.com/2023/09/gradients-blend-modes-hover-effect/
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