as in shade
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
her eyes have a greenish tint
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as in to paint
to give color or a different color to
if you tint that blue paint with this yellow paint, you should get a nice shade of green
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Recent Examples of tint
Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 3 July 2025
There’s a slightly yellow tint to the entire display, with some more distinct uneven yellow tones at the bottom of the screen, even when the warmth light is set to zero.
—Sarah Lord, PC Magazine, 1 July 2025
Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The shadowy views of 300 species of trees tinted with an orange-red sky is worth the price of admission alone.
—David Weiss, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
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Noun
Cheeky Cherry can be tapped on for a sheer tint or layered for full-on editorial drama, all while giving skin a dewy glow.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 3 July 2025
There’s a slightly yellow tint to the entire display, with some more distinct uneven yellow tones at the bottom of the screen, even when the warmth light is set to zero.
—Sarah Lord, PC Magazine, 1 July 2025
Verb
Toyota of Cedar Park offered to tint the car's windows for free.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The shadowy views of 300 species of trees tinted with an orange-red sky is worth the price of admission alone.
—David Weiss, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tint
Noun
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Don’t forget to grab other backyard essentials, like a patio umbrella to stay cool in the shade, and an outdoor storage box to keep chair cushions, throw pillows, and games organized.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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The wash shown here, dubbed New Heyburn, looks a lot like the shade Kaling has been reaching for — but there are 30 colors to choose from if this blue hue isn’t your speed.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
9 July 2025
Verb
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Recent Gallup research paints a telling picture: while algorithmic tool adoption has surged (a 12-point increase in white-collar roles since 2024), employee preparedness to work with AI has declined from 2024 to 2025.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Whether an item is hand painted, or making the mistake of dulling one's knives from too much exposure to a dishwasher, following a few rules will maintain important culinary items.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
Noun
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And hundreds, if not thousands, of jack-o-lanterns in all sizes and colors, a zoo of skeleton animals (even octopus), cutesy yard signs, gigantic inflatables and enough grave stones to fill a cemetery.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 July 2025
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Snag this accent rug from Hearth & Home that adds a pop of color to your doorway.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
11 July 2025
Verb
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Police found items stained by blood in garbage bags in the living room closet.—
Kathryn Kovalenko,
Twin Cities,
9 July 2025
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The most basic method for cleaning the toilet is to use a stiff-bristle toilet brush to physically scrub away any mineral buildup, biofilm, or staining.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Bright hues are not banned for family members, but nude colors are often seen as a more practical choice for royal engagements.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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These particles reflect the water’s color back to the surface—hence the relatively intense turquoise hues.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
Verb
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As Drakeford notes, West African communities across pre-colonial Ghana, Cameroon, and beyond were dyeing fabrics and weaving plant fibers into patterned cloths and applied that knowledge to new lands.—
Cierra Black,
Essence,
9 July 2025
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Still others paid to have their dresses dyed and the hems shortened.—
Hannah Pittard,
People.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Offer a Gesture of Goodwill When your new boss is officially hired or promoted, use your first meeting as an opportunity to set a positive tone.—
Melody Wilding,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The new Matlock was created by Urman, a Jane the Virgin alum whose project captures the essence of Andy Griffith's '80s legal drama while giving it a freshness in tone and subject matter.—
Mekishana Pierre Published,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
Verb
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The Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Liner glides on like a balm but wears like a stain—hydrating, pigmented, and made to last.—
Marie Lodi,
Allure,
5 July 2025
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These long-wear lipsticks are also incredibly pigmented.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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“Tint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tint. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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