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
her eyes have a greenish tint
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as in paints
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 tints
Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 31 May 2026
An InStyle editor spoke with a makeup artist about why tints are becoming increasingly popular and the best options to stock up on for summer.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 30 May 2026
From foundations to skin tints to blurring balms and beyond, here are the latest launches to sport this summer from brands including Rare Beauty, Laura Mercier and more.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Even investing in window treatments or tints can immensely impact improve the efficiency of your heating and cooling systems.
—Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 14 May 2026
Foxgloves are a beloved biennial with spikes of tubular flowers blooming in blushing pink and purple tints.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
In July 2022, Florida Highway Patrol said Kapri was pulled over because the window tints on his SUV were too dark.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Horvath loves that the semi-evergreen foliage also acquires red tints over the winter.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 4 May 2026
The sale is packed with makeup picks—think cushion foundations, juicy lip tints, and dreamy blushes—as well as hair-care finds that treat your scalp like skin and leave strands glossy and healthy-looking.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Apr. 2026
The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
Choose shades and tints to avoid looking like a kid's birthday party or a school sports team.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 31 May 2026
An InStyle editor spoke with a makeup artist about why tints are becoming increasingly popular and the best options to stock up on for summer.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 30 May 2026
From foundations to skin tints to blurring balms and beyond, here are the latest launches to sport this summer from brands including Rare Beauty, Laura Mercier and more.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Even investing in window treatments or tints can immensely impact improve the efficiency of your heating and cooling systems.
—Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 14 May 2026
Foxgloves are a beloved biennial with spikes of tubular flowers blooming in blushing pink and purple tints.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
In July 2022, Florida Highway Patrol said Kapri was pulled over because the window tints on his SUV were too dark.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Horvath loves that the semi-evergreen foliage also acquires red tints over the winter.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 4 May 2026
The sale is packed with makeup picks—think cushion foundations, juicy lip tints, and dreamy blushes—as well as hair-care finds that treat your scalp like skin and leave strands glossy and healthy-looking.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
Turmeric tints the cream an almost glowing gold, and a heap of sharp white cheddar melts straight into the mix, giving it both body and tang.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tints
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One of the island’s most iconic (and also inherently romantic) experiences is closing out the day in Mallory Square or aboard a catamaran cruise as the sky turns shades of pink and orange over the Gulf.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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This has a light-medium tan pigment that is quite sheer and therefore can adapt easily to many but not all complexion shades.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
7 June 2026
Verb
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The experience paints a fitting portrait of how Boston has evolved around these landmarks, which have become a part of everyday life.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Allegedly, Buckingham Palace leaned on the press to downplay the severity of the king’s illness last year, which paints a picture of a monarch who’s much sicker than people want to believe.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
3 June 2026
Noun
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Trade drab colors with 44 percent off floral prints, and bulky hoodies for something a little more lightweight to beat those nightly chills and airplane cabin temperatures—this one by Faherty is 25 percent off for a limited time.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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The spectral figures, marked by their sarong colors, imagined Zodiacs, doshas and more, operate haunto-structurally.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
Verb
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When that protective finish gets damaged, the toilet actually stains easier and is harder to keep clean over time.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
24 May 2026
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What Sacks doesn’t get is that by financing and diplomatically supporting Israel, our country makes the crimes of the Israeli government possible, which stains America’s reputation in the world and drains our Treasury.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Where To Stay To mark its 20th anniversary, Four Seasons Silicon Valley refreshed its suites with soft neutrals, earthy tones, and coastal hues inspired by the landscapes that surround Silicon Valley.—
David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2026
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Whether hues of green, red, blue and even pink dance about in the sky depends on the altitude where the collisions occur, as well as the composition and density of the atmosphere at the time.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
Verb
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This information is conveyed by a hilariously avant-garde Poulter, playing the store’s manager, who dyes his hair to match each monochromatic scheme and hides his nefariousness behind a company policy that requires techno music to be played at maximum volume at all times.—
Jada Yuan,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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Colored smoke, such as the green plumes, are typically only colorful due to a chemical that dyes the smoke and is not considered more dangerous.—
Minneapolis Star Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Rich, warm, toffee tones carry throughout the lobby and lounges; the space offers grand views over the Chao Praya and the Thai river homes across the water.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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The process includes multiple tones to activate pagers and sirens, as well as a return tone.—
Jessica Riley,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Your 5th House of Creativity brightens as the emotional Moon forms an easy sextile with sore-spot Chiron in your 7th House of Partnership, turning play into repair.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 June 2026
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Niacinamide brightens and balances, while collagen, squalane, and adenosine work together to contribute to a hydrated, bouncier-looking complexion.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
27 May 2026
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“Tints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tints. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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