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just slightly tinge the frosting with yellow food coloring to give it a lemony look
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Recent Examples of tinged
Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 3 Dec. 2025
Neo Sora’s extremely well reviewed sci-fi-tinged coming-of-age drama Happyend is getting a theatrical run via Film Movement.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2026
After countless episodes tinged with romance, revolution, and time-traveling, Outlander now begins its final chapter—ushered in with a premiere at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall on Monday evening.
—Carly Witteman, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
Some feature blue-green or silver-tinged foliage, others lustrous golden needles.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
To Albarn, The Mountain was a humble meditation on grief, samsara-style, tinged with his artist father’s fascination with Indian music and culture.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 27 Feb. 2026
The grains were slick with soy sauce, each one caramelized and tinged with smoke.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Picture a waterfront bustling with bobbing fishing boats and the air tinged with the scent of fresh seafood, as San Hing Praya Street and Pak She Praya Road dish out alfresco dining scenes straight out of a sunset lover's dream.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
Some of the exchanges have been tinged with racial overtones, even if unintentional.
—Gromer Jeffers Jr, Dallas Morning News, 16 Feb. 2026
Chef Ross Pangilina continues his winning streak at this South Coast Plaza spot, which, in addition to that stellar Neptunian standout, features hits like shrimp lumpia and a wagyu smashburger tinged with black garlic truffle aioli.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
The song pairs Wilson’s vocal with those of the late crooner, making for an elegant, twang-tinged take on the wintry track.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 3 Dec. 2025
Neo Sora’s extremely well reviewed sci-fi-tinged coming-of-age drama Happyend is getting a theatrical run via Film Movement.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
Helping maintain that tone of eternal optimism tinged with gumption is Steve Kerr, who gleefully added another gutsy win over Houston to a resume packed with them.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2026
After countless episodes tinged with romance, revolution, and time-traveling, Outlander now begins its final chapter—ushered in with a premiere at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall on Monday evening.
—Carly Witteman, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
Some feature blue-green or silver-tinged foliage, others lustrous golden needles.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
To Albarn, The Mountain was a humble meditation on grief, samsara-style, tinged with his artist father’s fascination with Indian music and culture.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 27 Feb. 2026
The grains were slick with soy sauce, each one caramelized and tinged with smoke.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Picture a waterfront bustling with bobbing fishing boats and the air tinged with the scent of fresh seafood, as San Hing Praya Street and Pak She Praya Road dish out alfresco dining scenes straight out of a sunset lover's dream.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
Some of the exchanges have been tinged with racial overtones, even if unintentional.
—Gromer Jeffers Jr, Dallas Morning News, 16 Feb. 2026
Chef Ross Pangilina continues his winning streak at this South Coast Plaza spot, which, in addition to that stellar Neptunian standout, features hits like shrimp lumpia and a wagyu smashburger tinged with black garlic truffle aioli.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tinged
Adjective
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An influx of sediment gives the water along the upper coast a caramel-colored hue, but farther south, the water runs clear.—
Pam LeBlanc,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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He was last seen wearing a brown hooded sweatshirt, black sweatpants, and cream colored shoes.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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An in-depth study of the work, including macro X-ray fluorescence scans and comparisons with other works by the artist, confirmed Rembrandt painted it, said the museum’s curator of 17th century Dutch paintings, Jonathan Bikker.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Her likeness, donning her park ranger uniform, has been painted into a mural on Richmond’s 23rd Street, and her name graces a school building in the West Contra Costa Unified School District.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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James Whitaker’s cinematography leans into a blue-hued, grubby aesthetic that gives the film a gritty charm, while touches like the chant that goes along with the film’s title card perfectly add to its aesthetic charms.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
10 Feb. 2026
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The team worked alongside local artisans to preserve frescoes and medieval details while layering in aromatic woods, soft carpets, vibrant wool blankets, and rusty-hued velvet couches.—
Jenn Rice,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Cabot's stain products can be tinted into Acorn at retailers nationwide.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Mar. 2026
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The moon is tinted a coppery red.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Place a dab of olive oil on a soft cloth and gently rub the stained area.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
4 Mar. 2026
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The stained glass of the smoking room had had a red hue based on the Olympic, but was changed to yellow based on the Titanic artifacts.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Looking at the full year, the picture brightened as SMCP honed its full-price strategy and concentrated on improving brand perception.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Moonbeams brightened packed dirt.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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However, buying organic bassinet sheets often gives you the peace of mind knowing they are unbleached, non-dyed and chemical-free.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Use a Towel for Air Drying Pool noodles get their vibrant colors from highly pigmented artificial dyes that could easily bleed onto your garment or tapestry and cause a completely new laundry crisis.—
Candace Madonna,
The Spruce,
15 Feb. 2026
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The new Kiss & Blush Lip & Cheek Balm from The Crème Shop is a pigmented salve designed to give a pop of color to your cheeks and your pout.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Tinged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tinged. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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