as in painted
to give color or a different color to
just slightly tinge the frosting with yellow food coloring to give it a lemony look
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Recent Examples of tinged
Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
Jessica Kiang, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
The results were a shock to the family, but one that was tinged with a sad realization.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
The optimism surrounding Dart’s debut was tinged by the second-quarter loss of star receiver Malik Nabers, who left the game after injuring his right knee.
—Zak Keefer, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Here, the stark shade, previously yellow, was tinged with silver and white hues.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
As viewers of both shows know, that partnership continues in fits and starts, sometimes romantically tinged and sometimes not.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 25 Sep. 2025
Slices of lusciously marbled brisket have a sharp, peppery bark, and the pork ribs are tinged pink with smoke straight down to the bone.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
And Saturday’s performance against the Ragin’ Cajuns was tinged with revenge.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2025
The Andante cantabile offers benevolence tinged with shadow, its harmonies turning suddenly ominous.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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
Adjective
But the film is most moving in its quieter moments, when the longest and most painful goodbye mellows into something like acceptance, tinged with gratitude for the moments that remain to be lived.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
The results were a shock to the family, but one that was tinged with a sad realization.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
The optimism surrounding Dart’s debut was tinged by the second-quarter loss of star receiver Malik Nabers, who left the game after injuring his right knee.
—Zak Keefer, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Here, the stark shade, previously yellow, was tinged with silver and white hues.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
As viewers of both shows know, that partnership continues in fits and starts, sometimes romantically tinged and sometimes not.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 25 Sep. 2025
Slices of lusciously marbled brisket have a sharp, peppery bark, and the pork ribs are tinged pink with smoke straight down to the bone.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
And Saturday’s performance against the Ragin’ Cajuns was tinged with revenge.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2025
The Andante cantabile offers benevolence tinged with shadow, its harmonies turning suddenly ominous.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tinged
Verb
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The structure is covered with flat planes of shades of white and gray, while the occasional architectural elements painted in a primary color stand out noticeably.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
15 Oct. 2025
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And while longtime friends spoke highly of Donna during Monday’s sentencing hearing - or wrote letters to the judge on her behalf - Markel’s parents painted a different portrait of the woman convicted of playing a part in their son’s murder.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The nutmeg-colored upholstery and bucket seats were shot.—
Laura Lane,
USA Today,
11 Oct. 2025
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The Guerida line nodding to private estate La Querida and its white façades, emerald green lawns and ocean views offered a more naïve take on the colored theme by mean of hearts and floral motifs juxtaposed in a ring, bracelet and pendant earrings.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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What To Know The Monster Menu items include a Jack-O-Lantern Whopper, a Halloween spin on Burger King’s signature burger, served on a bright orange bun tinted with natural spices and topped with black sesame seeds.—
Alia Shoaib,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Made in 1905, crammed with comedy players, and hand-tinted with blurts of rough color, the film purports to show a car being driven by King Leopold II of Belgium, who is depicted as a fool behind the wheel.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The neon-hued, gorgeously lit End of Line club is Castor’s playground in the virtual world of the Grid, and Sheen knew how to make the practical set and the character his own.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
8 Oct. 2025
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Narrow cobblestone laneways, pastel-hued shops, and footpaths meandering past stone houses with tiny backyard vineyards—and hardly other tourists in sight—lend a sense of discovery to daily strolls on this side of the lake.—
Lisa Kadane,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Wood floors that have been stained in interesting patterns create a sense of architecture and rhythm, bridge traditional elements with modern ones, and can even help a space feel larger.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Oct. 2025
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If a toilet seat is stained, go ahead and buy a replacement.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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
Verb
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Since its discovery, the comet has brightened in magnitude and is becoming more and more visible.—
Harry Bennett,
Space.com,
8 Oct. 2025
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Kindling his broad grin and clean laughter brightened even the most discouraging day.—
Jim Moore,
Outdoor Life,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The creamy, ultra-pigmented formula contains caffeine and hyaluronic acid to depuff the under eyes, conceal dark under eye circles, and blur fine lines and wrinkles.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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The expressive eyes, hyper-pigmented blush, and ultra-feminine style are all part of her signature face.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Tinged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tinged. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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