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
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
Plus, the shade range recently doubled—so there’s plenty of tints with subtle shimmer to choose from.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026
State police noted that the side windows and front windshield on the Volkswagen had aftermarket tints.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
From masks to serums, balms, tints and exfoliators, lips have never felt or looked so good.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 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
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
Plus, the shade range recently doubled—so there’s plenty of tints with subtle shimmer to choose from.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026
State police noted that the side windows and front windshield on the Volkswagen had aftermarket tints.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
From masks to serums, balms, tints and exfoliators, lips have never felt or looked so good.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 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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Glittering in its design, the black panther was accentuated and highlighted by wisps of sheer fabric that flowed from the waistline of the dress to the arrival carpet, in shades of black and gray.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
17 May 2026
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Gary, meanwhile, is a creature of the city in slick suits and a Mercedes, a divorced former cop who now leverages his old connections for vague, lucrative work that may not ever cross over into the explicitly illicit, but that definitely involves shades of gray.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
17 May 2026
Verb
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The second scenario paints a more concerning picture.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
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But, the sentiment on social media, particularly from Rebels fans, paints a different, less rosy picture.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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This would be an entertaining video to show up on your doom scroll late at night, seeing how paint colors can be mixed and matched to present the color of your opponent, but two and a half minutes of this?—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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Anrabess Short-Sleeve A-Line Maxi Dress Available in 26 colors, this A-line dress is an easy choice for your upcoming summer getaway.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
Verb
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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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Every failure of the state now stains the turban as well as the uniform.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
5 Mar. 2026
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This season, designers continue to favor vibrant hues, elevated button detailing and rich textures to add depth to office dressing, whether through tonal layering or unexpected pairings.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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Some of the hundreds of available hues rival even my favorite nail-polish brands for their oddball names and vibrancy.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
15 May 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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For example, cedar and redwood create a stunning visual appeal with their warm red and orange tones.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
13 May 2026
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The dulcet tones of that thick Irish accent are perfectly intelligible over the phone, THR puts to him.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The hue is deepening into richer, more golden tones, a shift away from the airy butter yellow that still brightens contemporary collections.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Another key element is the slouchy shoulder bag that brightens up the outfit without adding more bulk.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Tints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tints. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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