as in to paint
to give color or a different color to
pigmented varnishes
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Recent Examples of pigment
Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 Dec. 2024
The big picture: Leaf pigments, the length of the night and the weather all contribute to fall colors on trees, per the U.S. Forest Service.
—Naheed Rajwani-Dharsi, Axios, 16 Dec. 2024
Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024
The palette features 12 metallics and 12 mattes, all richly pigmented and complimentary of all skin tones.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 17 Oct. 2024
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Noun
The show’s opening galleries display an impressive array of artifacts that demonstrate the ancient world’s interest in gold, such as a sarcophagus dating to between 945 and 740 B.C.E. decorated with golden pigments—which are meant to mimic gold inlays.
—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 Dec. 2024
The big picture: Leaf pigments, the length of the night and the weather all contribute to fall colors on trees, per the U.S. Forest Service.
—Naheed Rajwani-Dharsi, Axios, 16 Dec. 2024
Verb
Number of Shades: 14 Finishes: Matte, metallic, duo chrome
Best For: With varying degrees of sparkle and shine—from iridescent gold to highly pigmented, metallic bronze—this kit adds the finishing touch to an ethereal look.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024
The palette features 12 metallics and 12 mattes, all richly pigmented and complimentary of all skin tones.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 17 Oct. 2024
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Also, its red bracts, the leaves around the tiny yellow flowers, were the source of a dye, and its milky sap was used for medicinal purposes.Norman Ellstrand and Nathan Ellstrand / Made by History, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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Yellow 5 and 6 are two of only a handful of synthetic food dyes that are currently approved by the FDA.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Vanishing sacks: After a season of painting weekly masterpieces, Broncos DC Vance Joseph couldn’t draw himself a consistent path through the Chargers’ offensive line.Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 19 Dec. 2024
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Over the years, she’s painted her masterpieces on the nails of Blackpink’s Jennie, Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa; Aespa, G-Dragon, CL, and many more—with inspirations ranging from Goryeo-era celadon, to mother of pearl, to circuit boards.Sarah Y. Wu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The entire halftime show featured white costumes and coloring, along with a ton of country hits.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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It is primarily grown for its vibrant reddish-orange seeds, which are used as a natural food coloring in various products.2 Traditionally, annatto is used to prevent and treat heartburn, chest pain, fevers, and diarrhea.Devineé Lingo, M.S., Health, 21 Dec. 2024
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Some follow a format while others color outside the lines; some are live takes while others come from the studio; some sound like products of their eras while others go for something timeless.Justin Curto, Vulture, 24 Dec. 2024
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By the 1940s, Mr. Adams was marketing red food coloring to the masses with recipe cards for a Red Velvet Cake that his wife Betty developed.Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
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The agency has been reviewing a petition to ban the colorant since 2022.Allison Aubrey, NPR, 14 Dec. 2024
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Check labels for potential allergens such as gluten or specific food colorants.Karen Yuan, Bon Appétit, 2 Dec. 2024
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The truck has tinted windows, black rims, chrome door handles and a chrome RAM emblem on the tailgate, police said.Kirsten Fiscus, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Holmes accessorized with her sepia tinted aviators and a black beanie à la Timothée Chalamet à la Bob Dylan.Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
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Pre-moistened cat wipes can help remove stains without irritating their skin.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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From there, use a clean, soft toothbrush to remove any lingering stains and wipe off with a clean cotton cloth to dry and remove any excess oil.Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Pigment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigment. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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