as in shade
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 to paint
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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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Oct. 2024
The aging star appears with an orange tint, even to the naked eye.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Sep. 2024
Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 14 Sep. 2024
Windows tinted by the manufacturer of the glazing and installed as part of the original manufacturing process are permitted under Wisconsin law.
—Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 5 Sep. 2024
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The sheer, universal tint blends into all skin tones without a white cast, giving a radiant, even-toned complexion.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Oct. 2024
The aging star appears with an orange tint, even to the naked eye.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Sep. 2024
Verb
These covers, whether clear or tinted, can affect visibility for traffic and tolling cameras.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 14 Sep. 2024
Windows tinted by the manufacturer of the glazing and installed as part of the original manufacturing process are permitted under Wisconsin law.
—Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 5 Sep. 2024
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Too much shade may prevent them from blooming again the following year.Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
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Prisma Glass lip gloss duo: $45 This Armani Beauty lip set includes two hydrating, high-shine lip glosses in must-have shades.Nora Colomer, Fox News, 23 Oct. 2024
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His twin brother painted a backdrop and then the lookbook that ensued made its way to online fashion blogs and also got him a spot at the Lagos Fashion Week young designers competition.Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 24 Oct. 2024
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Washington has assessed the Australian market, and does paint a a brighter picture, albeit one tempered by caution.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2024
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The device is available in six colors, including black and rose gold, as well as two styles: Horizon and Heritage, which has ridges.Isabel Garcia, People.com, 26 Oct. 2024
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Which is to say, Dodger fans weren’t able to show out in their usual way, showcasing a blanket of blue-and-white colors for their boys.Maxwell Williams, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2024
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Clothes with Greasy, Oily, or Waxy Stains Clothing and other washable fabrics, such as cloth napkins, stained by something oily, greasy, or waxy should be washed in the hottest water setting the fabric can tolerate.Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2024
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The Palestinian question is back on the world agenda, and Israel’s global reputation, already suffering with its half-century occupation of Palestinian territories, is deeply stained.Karl Vick, TIME, 18 Oct. 2024
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Photo : Courtesy of Tiffany & Co. Baguette Cuts The tourmalines are chosen for their perfect balance of green and blue, mimicking the hues of a peacock’s feathers.Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2024
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The bright yellow, orange and red hues of the fall foliage are enough to mesmerize any Michigander.Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 26 Oct. 2024
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Lightweight outerwear laundered and dyed like denim, elevated utility details, natural dyes, unbleached cottons, linen mixes, artful destruction and open weaves help tell the story.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2024
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When Trump selected Vance as his running mate in July 2024, Vance also dyed his gray hair to brown to possibly appear more youthful.Therèsa M. Winge, The Conversation, 23 Oct. 2024
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When Hung was asked about how martial arts legends like him were planning to develop the next generation of actors in the industry, Hung’s tone turned more serious.Sara Merican, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024
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What set the various sortes apart were both their strategy and their tone.Elizabeth Djinis, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Oct. 2024
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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
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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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“Tint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tint. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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