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plural of tinge
as in shades
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished there's a bluish tinge to your lips—you must be freezing!

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tinges

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verb

present tense third-person singular of tinge

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Recent Examples of tinges
Noun
The result is transportive and layered, full of woods, smoke, herbal tinges, and a distant campfire on a crisp fall evening. Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
Bake in oven at 375 degrees for around 20 to 23 minutes on average, or until the slightest amount of golden color tinges the tops. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tinges
Noun
  • Within the private room, hotels are required to offer evening turndown service, full blackout shades, a safe, a bathrobe, slippers, and other amenities.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025
  • This fall Rag & Bone launches Infuse, a men’s denim collection that layers craftsmanship and innovation to create bold, dimensional shades.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • The comedian, actress and writer has a longtime following for her smart, absurdist comedy; her love of crafts and bright colors; and her empathetic and curious writing.
    Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The underdog duo, as well as the other two undefeated tribes of six, all dropped their buffs, randomly drew new colors and entered a new stage of the game.
    Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Fine Clothes paints a picture of the racist working conditions of Jim Crow America.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Clooney’s Jay is reflective and regretful about the choices he’s made throughout his career — which have left his adult children feeling abandoned and neglected — but the film seldom paints him as cruel or even all that foolish.
    Joe Reid, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The campaign, represented by L’Oréal International Distribution (LID) and Global SS Beauty Brands, pays tribute to India’s beloved marigold — an essential part of any celebration — while integrating Armani’s signature red tones to transform the mall’s exterior.
    Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Made with gouache and pencil on paper, the work depicts a guitar and several everyday objects, including a bottle and a folded sheet of paper, arranged on a table in soft brown and gray tones.
    Dragana Jovanovic, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Blood still regularly stains the floors of the Coliseum’s rings.
    Vann R. Newkirk II, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The full foliage on this fake tree includes realistic needles in blue-green and silvery hues paired with light brown stems, just like an authentic Blue Spruce.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Embrace the rich hues of brown, black, copper, and umber for unique seasonal charm.
    Benjamin Vogt, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Ylang-ylang delivers antioxidant-rich radiance, while pure niacinamide brightens and refines texture.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Understanding which bird species react to changes in light could be key as the world brightens due to the increasing presence of artificial light.
    Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2025

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“Tinges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tinges. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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