Thesaurus results for BLOTTING

blotting

verb

present participle of blot

as in staining

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Recent Examples of blotting Start by gently blotting the area with plain water, then blot again using a mixture of water and a spoonful of detergent. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026

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Verb

Use only white, clear or purple products on your hair to avoid staining.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 25 Sep. 2026
Caie concurs, recommending paying careful attention to the cuticles before adding a base coat to fill nail ridges and prevent staining.

— Violet Hayward, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of staining

Verb

The Grammy-winning singer has never shied away from dyeing her hair.

— Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Any colors that can catch your eye from a plate (and make your mouth water) are guaranteed to make an impact in 2026; edible flowers are the key to organically dyeing drinks and desserts with different hues.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026

Definition of dyeing

Verb

Performance-wise, their 42mm objectives drink in enough light for general astronomy use, though not so much for spotting deep sky objects.

— Chris McMullen, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2026
The greatest value now comes from turning conversations into strategy—earning executive trust, spotting unmet opportunities and orchestrating partnerships that create lasting competitive advantage.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 24 Sep. 2026