as in trimming
Related Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of toning
Long used for its hydrating, toning, and reparative qualities, this botanical ingredient has become a cornerstone of modern Korean skincare, and is especially beloved by those with sensitive or reactive skin.
—
Alice Abbiadati, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
For example, orange lights mark the warm-up segment to activate body’s core, red lights are used for the toning and strength sections, while blue ones define the more relaxing cool-down and stretching bits.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
Incorporating toning exercises every few minutes, like jumping jacks, walking lunges, squats, or squat jumps, can also help, suggested Kirsch.
—Kristin Canning, Health, 22 Sep. 2025
Popularity aside, Bargatze is known for clean, family-friendly humor that requires no toning down for primetime.
—Judy Berman, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
Strength and toning also come with the territory since every serve, spike and block engages the legs, shoulders, arms and core.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Salmon sperm, or PDRN, is known for its ability to deeply penetrate the skin without compromising the skin barrier or requiring downtime, delivering visible improvements in lifting, toning, and hydration.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Use it right after cleansing and toning and before your moisturizer for a plumper, more youthful glow.
—Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2025
Alice Abbiadati, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
For example, orange lights mark the warm-up segment to activate body’s core, red lights are used for the toning and strength sections, while blue ones define the more relaxing cool-down and stretching bits.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
Incorporating toning exercises every few minutes, like jumping jacks, walking lunges, squats, or squat jumps, can also help, suggested Kirsch.
—Kristin Canning, Health, 22 Sep. 2025
Popularity aside, Bargatze is known for clean, family-friendly humor that requires no toning down for primetime.
—Judy Berman, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
Strength and toning also come with the territory since every serve, spike and block engages the legs, shoulders, arms and core.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Salmon sperm, or PDRN, is known for its ability to deeply penetrate the skin without compromising the skin barrier or requiring downtime, delivering visible improvements in lifting, toning, and hydration.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Use it right after cleansing and toning and before your moisturizer for a plumper, more youthful glow.
—Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toning
Noun
-
They can be placed in yard trimmings carts if the lid closes.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
4 Jan. 2026
-
Most crape myrtles need very little trimming.—
Brian Bell,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
That response was to a question specifically about inside linebacker Dre Greenlaw, who missed the Broncos’ final two regular-season games with a hamstring injury and was one of the only players not on the field during a brief portion of Friday’s workout open to reporters.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
10 Jan. 2026
-
They’re made of the brand’s fast-drying fabric called Everlux, which wicks away moisture to prevent sweat marks and stains during even the most high-energy workouts.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Toning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toning. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share