as in to paint
to give color or a different color to
pigmented varnishes
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Recent Examples of pigment
Daniel Freedman, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2025
While these work to reveal a radiant, supple complexion, mica, and powder pigments promote a smooth, even base.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2025
Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024
The lightweight yet intensely pigmented formula coats each lash flawlessly, giving you that bold, fluttery look without any heaviness.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 29 Dec. 2024
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Noun
There are many examples in nature, including gemstones and paint pigments.
—Daniel Freedman, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2025
While these work to reveal a radiant, supple complexion, mica, and powder pigments promote a smooth, even base.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2025
Verb
In each palette, shades are highly pigmented and meticulously selected.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024
The lightweight yet intensely pigmented formula coats each lash flawlessly, giving you that bold, fluttery look without any heaviness.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 29 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigment
Noun
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Natural dyes may be less stable than synthetic dyes and may be affected by factors including heat and acid levels.—
Jonel Aleccia,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Feb. 2025
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However, other ingredients like food dyes and preservatives can also cause allergic reactions.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Homes in Memoriam is a collective of artists that paints free home portraits for Los Angeles County families affected by the January wildfires.—
Jessie Schiewe,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
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Investment banker Andriy Sirko, founding partner of SARS Capital, paints a troubling picture of the alternative to Western investment in Ukrainian weapons production.—
Tamar Jacoby,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Others have a darker brown-black coloring with blotchy pinkish stomachs.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2025
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Examine the keypad before use for any inconsistencies in coloring, material, or shape.—
Harrison Jones,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Jordie Bellaire is coloring all the art for the entire series, but also contributed ideas on how to push the gore scenes further, and how to use color choices around the time of day to add atmosphere and nuance to scenes.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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Rumors of a feud between Lively and Baldoni began percolating in August 2024, amid the theatrical wide release of the Colleen Hoover adaptation about a partnership colored by a history of domestic violence.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
16 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The remaining 10% — largely colorants, additives, and contaminants removed during the purification process – are safely managed or sold.—
TRACY YOCHUM,
Sacramento Bee,
29 Jan. 2025
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When the colorant was first approved for use in food in 1907, there was little research on its effects.—
Ali Francis,
Bon Appétit,
15 Jan. 2025
Verb
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It is based on survival and tinted by religious tales of a better world to come.—
Bill Desowitz,
IndieWire,
17 Feb. 2025
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The town was lit by an apocalyptic orange tinted by the red lights of fire engines mobilizing throughout the hills.—
Stephen Rodrick,
Rolling Stone,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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For a president who came into office claiming that human rights would be at the crux of his foreign policy, Biden's inability to hold Azerbaijan responsible for its war crimes and atrocities will be a stain on his legacy.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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There’s a reserved spot in hell for the s*** stains pursuing this vile campaign to erase trans people.—
Andrew Sheeler,
Sacramento Bee,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Pigment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigment. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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