1
as in to describe
to give a representation or account of in words
the description painted a perfect image of the sun setting over the ocean
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2
as in to stain
to give color or a different color to
I've decided to paint the bathroom walls purple
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as in makeup
preparations intended to beautify the face
after the play was over, the actress emerged to greet her fans with paint still on her face
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Recent Examples of paint
Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 14 Aug. 2025
The protest took place not far from the White House, on a stretch of 16th Street NW that had been painted with the words BLACK LIVES MATTER during the 2020 protests against police violence.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2025
But what if a few buckets of white paint could save the crosswalks?
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Since announcing the federalization of the Metropolitan Police Department, Trump has sought to paint a picture of a lawless city that he’s set to clean up.
—Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 14 Aug. 2025
The protest took place not far from the White House, on a stretch of 16th Street NW that had been painted with the words BLACK LIVES MATTER during the 2020 protests against police violence.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
Supporters had attempted to restore the rainbow hues to the sidewalk with colored paint before the Florida Department of Transportation again repainted it black and white, according to the Orlando Sentinel.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2025
But what if a few buckets of white paint could save the crosswalks?
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paint
Verb
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While that might seem like a trite explanation, there is no succinct way to describe the transformative encounter that begins upon entry into the venue’s atrium, which welcomes viewers into the Land of Oz with Sphere-typical grandiosity.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
30 Aug. 2025
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But beyond noting that the case was closed, the report blacks out all the details describing the event.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The district attorney’s office was headed by Harry Connick Sr., whose 30-year tenure was stained by accusations of racial bias.—
Richard A. Webster,
ProPublica,
25 Aug. 2025
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Ever since 2003, when the contemporary-art organization converted a Nabisco box-printing factory into a museum, the rear, south side of the space has looked out over acres of unimpressive lawn, stained by industrial residue.—
Chloe Schama,
Vogue,
21 Aug. 2025
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Complete with an incredible makeup job, Ferrell became a completely different person, and iteration of the legendary Batman villain.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Aug. 2025
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Shoppers describe it as breathable, smooth, and easy to layer over makeup or wear alone.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Aug. 2025
Verb
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On the second floor, CNC plywood lines the walls, giving a warm feel while also portraying a working theme.—
Aman Kidwai,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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In the episode, Kane portrayed Samantha, a poultry heiress competing for Frank's heart on the reality show.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Wright’s Laura is convinced that Cooke’s Cherry is hiding something, but is that just boy mom paranoia coloring her perspective, or is something seriously shady happening?—
Lucy Ford,
Time,
28 Aug. 2025
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By September, aspen and balsam poplar trees at the entrance are a brilliant yellow, and scrub vegetation (also known as the taiga) turns rust colored, making for an impressive vista.—
Chloe Arrojado,
AFAR Media,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The eyewitness, according to Fox, also heard a racial slur by one of the White people before the events depicted in the video.—
Kevin Grasha,
The Enquirer,
29 Aug. 2025
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The heartfelt lyrics poignantly articulate the slow fading of their once bright connection, depicting the pain of watching a previously vibrant flame flicker and ultimately extinguish despite their sincere efforts to nurture and revive it over time.—
Tere Aguilera,
Billboard,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The designer brand is launching La Beauté Louis Vuitton on August 29, a makeup line featuring lipsticks, tinted balms and eyeshadow palettes, created in partnership with legendary makeup artist Dame Pat McGrath.—
Lizzie Hyman,
People.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
21 Aug. 2025
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The gauzy, dark concerts from (famously) Nirvana, Sinéad O’Connor, and Alicia Keys render the operatic intimate, and highlight good tunes in a way stadium polish just can’t.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
22 Aug. 2025
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The no-confidence motion is rendered void, and Dalton is reinstated as PM.—
Jack King,
Vulture,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Paint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paint. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.
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