as in colors
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 paints
to give color or a different color to
clouds tinctured by the rays of the setting sun
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Recent Examples of tinctures
Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
All infusions, tinctures, and syrups are crafted entirely in-house, sometimes requiring overnight clarification to achieve the perfect flavor and texture.
—Mariette Williams, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026
Two years later, the state expanded again, this time greenlighting cannabis tinctures, transdermal patches, lotions, and capsules.
—Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Others like building rituals around teas or tinctures.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Often used in teas and tinctures.
—Ryan Brennan
may 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026
Furthermore, people take cannabis in myriad different forms—flowers, waxes, edibles, tinctures, creams, suppositories, and more—and at varying doses.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 4 May 2026
Emily Gogol will lead participants through creating THC and CBD tinctures and discuss growing cannabis plants in a backyard or patio situation.
—Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Instead, they are typically now found in supplements, tinctures, teas, powders and functional foods – often combined with other ingredients like caffeine, vitamins or additional herbs.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2026
Noun
De Vie The hyper-seasonal, nose-to-tail dishes at De Vie are designed to pair alongside cocktails crafted from French and housemade spirits, and the nonalcoholic versions play just as large a role in the restaurant and bar’s living laboratory of infusions and tinctures.
—Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
All infusions, tinctures, and syrups are crafted entirely in-house, sometimes requiring overnight clarification to achieve the perfect flavor and texture.
—Mariette Williams, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026
Two years later, the state expanded again, this time greenlighting cannabis tinctures, transdermal patches, lotions, and capsules.
—Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Others like building rituals around teas or tinctures.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Often used in teas and tinctures.
—Ryan Brennan
may 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026
Furthermore, people take cannabis in myriad different forms—flowers, waxes, edibles, tinctures, creams, suppositories, and more—and at varying doses.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 4 May 2026
Emily Gogol will lead participants through creating THC and CBD tinctures and discuss growing cannabis plants in a backyard or patio situation.
—Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Instead, they are typically now found in supplements, tinctures, teas, powders and functional foods – often combined with other ingredients like caffeine, vitamins or additional herbs.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tinctures
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As for its dark blue away jersey, that’s inspired by a traditional painting technique from capital city Buenos Aires — filete porteño — that’s used for ornamental design, combining brilliant, swirling colors with specific lettering styles.—
Steve Douglas,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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Residents arrive dressed in the school's maroon and white colors, bringing yearbooks, photographs and other memorabilia from their school days.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Nobody travels to matches, paints their face, or organizes a game-day event purely for the final score of a single game.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
18 June 2026
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Also to work with the masterful Declan Quinn who paints with light as our DP.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
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This button-down is available in two shades of blue, black, white, and blue-and-white stripes — all easy-to-wear neutrals.—
Caitlyn Fitzpatrick,
PEOPLE,
21 June 2026
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The Owen model introduced last season was presented through new materials, color shades reinterpreting the boat shoe’s aesthetic.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
21 June 2026
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Turmeric tints the cream an almost glowing gold, and a heap of sharp white cheddar melts straight into the mix, giving it both body and tang.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Nov. 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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Alternatively, begin with a light base and pair it with an equally subtle tip shade—think non-stark, tonal hues for a cohesive, airy finish.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
19 June 2026
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These particles reflect the water’s color back to the surface—hence the strikingly intense turquoise hues.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
19 June 2026
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When that protective finish gets damaged, the toilet actually stains easier and is harder to keep clean over time.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
24 May 2026
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What Sacks doesn’t get is that by financing and diplomatically supporting Israel, our country makes the crimes of the Israeli government possible, which stains America’s reputation in the world and drains our Treasury.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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The day eases toward dusk in warm, unhurried tones.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
17 June 2026
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Caramel tones are known to complement most skin tones, offering soft warmth and the understated quality expected of an expensive style.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
Verb
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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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This information is conveyed by a hilariously avant-garde Poulter, playing the store’s manager, who dyes his hair to match each monochromatic scheme and hides his nefariousness behind a company policy that requires techno music to be played at maximum volume at all times.—
Jada Yuan,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Tinctures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tinctures. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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