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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
Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026
In some countries, their recent liberation from imperial rule (The Philippines, Iran, Morocco, among others), tinged the era with eagerness for a future defined by independence.
—Diana Arterian, Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
But most of their statements were tinged with an element of plain relief, despite the obvious chasm that had just been opened up beneath the world.
—Séamus Malekafzali, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Tarr's reputation for films tinged with misery and hard-heartedness, distinguished by black-and-white cinematography and unusually long sequences, only grew throughout the 1990s and 2000s, particularly after his 1994 film Sátántangó.
—Alina Edwards, NPR, 6 Jan. 2026
Its fading light tinged the world in blues and violets.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 23 Dec. 2025
Summer foliage is light green tinged with blush pink hues, but autumn really brings out the color.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
The inanity and nihilism is still there, but tinged with something darker and more permanent, a sense that the rules of capitalism changed.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 19 Dec. 2025
But where the stalker remains self-deluded to the end, Jack’s self-righteousness is tinged with self-awareness.
—Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 11 Dec. 2025
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
Malen’s year at Villa will be tinged with disappointment.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026
In some countries, their recent liberation from imperial rule (The Philippines, Iran, Morocco, among others), tinged the era with eagerness for a future defined by independence.
—Diana Arterian, Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
But most of their statements were tinged with an element of plain relief, despite the obvious chasm that had just been opened up beneath the world.
—Séamus Malekafzali, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Tarr's reputation for films tinged with misery and hard-heartedness, distinguished by black-and-white cinematography and unusually long sequences, only grew throughout the 1990s and 2000s, particularly after his 1994 film Sátántangó.
—Alina Edwards, NPR, 6 Jan. 2026
Its fading light tinged the world in blues and violets.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 23 Dec. 2025
Summer foliage is light green tinged with blush pink hues, but autumn really brings out the color.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
The inanity and nihilism is still there, but tinged with something darker and more permanent, a sense that the rules of capitalism changed.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 19 Dec. 2025
But where the stalker remains self-deluded to the end, Jack’s self-righteousness is tinged with self-awareness.
—Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 11 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tinged
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Sparkling Orange Nº1, a low-intervention, organic orange (orange colored due to skin contact, no oranges used) bubbly from Alsace that pops with orange peel and juicy peach, then drifts into jasmine, herbs, and gentle spice.—
Lanee Lee,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Run the cycle again, warm for colored towels and hot for white towels.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2026
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Fans were spoiled with 12 tracks of retro-inspired, plushy pop — and as the rollout suggested, the tracks painted a greater picture of Carpenter’s arduous dating experience, brought to life with production and writing support from acclaimed collaborators Jack Antonoff, John Ryan and Amy Allen.—
Meghan Mahar,
Billboard,
26 Jan. 2026
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On other issues, the Democratic contenders painted billionaires as a driving force behind economic inequality and political influence.—
Gromer Jeffers Jr,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Sizzling Latin Jazz by James Sanders & Conjunto, Caribbean rhythms presented alongside the vibrant-hued and light-filled paintings of Anna Lentz, offered a welcome winter diversion.—
Gina Grillo,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
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After dinner, finish your day off with ambient live blues sipping on the signature cocktail—the aptly blue-hued Zafiro—in the Blue Lounge.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Jan. 2026
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The brand War Paint sells makeup products like concealer pens, tinted moisturizers and anti-shine powders that feature QR codes on the packaging.—
Luke Fountain,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
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Plus, check out Jennifer Aniston’s go-to tinted serum and other shopper-favorite OneSkin products, below.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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How To Remove Types Of Mattress Stains Step-By-Step Vacuum the mattress and stained area.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
20 Jan. 2026
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Tube benders also use stained glass, phosphorus and mercury to create other colors.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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An early morning may be brightened with a cup of chai, which is rich in caffeine and has bold, spiced flavors.—
Ayesha Gulzar,
Verywell Health,
20 Jan. 2026
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The flood of geopolitical headlines to start 2026 has brightened the outlook for gold and silver, even after last year’s massive run-up for all precious metals.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
14 Jan. 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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Sheglam Perfect Skin High-Coverage Concealer Available in 20 different shades, this highly pigmented concealer is unique in more ways than one.—
Michelle Baricevic,
InStyle,
22 Jan. 2026
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Plus, the brand has recently introduced a more pigmented version—Artist Color Pencil Extreme—that ads more intense color when a statement lip is on the agenda.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
15 Dec. 2025
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“Tinged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tinged. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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