as in shade
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
a ragged shirt that seemed to be stained with the tincture of blood
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as in to paint
to give color or a different color to
clouds tinctured by the rays of the setting sun
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Recent Examples of tincture
Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
In general, capsule, tablets and gummies are best for beginners, while tinctures, extracts and powders make easy drink additives.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Jon Pareles, New York Times, 31 Mar. 2020
That sartorial elegance bespoke a deep embrace of tradition, tinctured with just the right amount of satire to be amusing.
—Roger Kimball, WSJ, 15 May 2018
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Noun
Two years later, the state expanded again, this time greenlighting cannabis tinctures, transdermal patches, lotions, and capsules.
—Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
In general, capsule, tablets and gummies are best for beginners, while tinctures, extracts and powders make easy drink additives.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Verb
The orchestral arrangements are tinctured with dissonance; sustained synthesizer tones slide on and off pitch, feeling precarious.
—Jon Pareles, New York Times, 31 Mar. 2020
That sartorial elegance bespoke a deep embrace of tradition, tinctured with just the right amount of satire to be amusing.
—Roger Kimball, WSJ, 15 May 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tincture
Noun
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Petunias need at least six hours of full sun daily to keep blooming—too much shade will halt their flowers.—
Jane Kim,
The Spruce,
9 June 2026
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However, light-blocking car heat shields, often called sun shades, are an effective way to prevent UV rays from harming your car seats and other interior upholstery.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Still, the official painted a picture of negotiations with Iran being in a much better place.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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The album features 13 songs on a split tracklist, styled after a vinyl or cassette tape, that paints a chronological narrative about the dismantling of a romantic relationship.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
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These colors are so rich, and the bookmatch-style symmetry is neat.—
Ashley Fetters Maloy,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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The one glaring chapter that had been missing began to write itself Monday night with color and pageantry as Miami was home to a soccer match in the FIFA World Cup for the first time.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Eating their finger-staining orange snacks.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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How To Remove Stains From Marble Most marble countertops are sealed upon installation to help slow the absorption of liquids that can lead to staining.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
6 June 2026
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Ahead, these nine dark spot concealers are editor- and makeup artist-approved and cover every skin tone, type, and concern.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
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The single most impactful topical step, year-round, regardless of skin tone.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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Jennifer Aniston uses Ilia’s The True Skin Serum Concealer alongside tinted moisturizers for a glowy complexion.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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Lee, 72, has maintained his trademark look of shoulder-length brown hair and tinted glasses and bounced between nimble bass playing and a bank of synthesizers.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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The most traditional member of the trio is finished in a custom hue that combines Golf Blue, Dark Sea Blue, and White to mimic the patina of blue jeans.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
9 June 2026
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If the tile goes mid-way up the wall, the designer recommends choosing a paint color that enhances the tile’s color, either a similar hue or a complementary tone.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 June 2026
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As fans of the book may recall, Sloane dyes her hair to match her employer—no wonder Lohan and Woodley look like blonde twins!—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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Elsewhere in the exhibition, another lamé qipao, this one from the 1940s, shows how technology advances, with the fabric manufacturers by then able to dye the metallic threads, Hansen added.—
Stephy Chung,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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“Tincture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tincture. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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