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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Recent Examples of tint
Sarah Han, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
As for her beauty routine, miss glazed donut skin achieved her glowy flush with a Rhode pocket blush combination of the shades toasted teddy and freckle, finishing off the look with minimal eye makeup and her newest shade of peptide lip tint, cinnamon roll.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 23 Nov. 2024
Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
The easiest way to play with berry makeup is to do so by tinting the lips in rich grape and raspberry shades.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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Noun
This is the Korean lip tint that started my all-out obsession.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
As for her beauty routine, miss glazed donut skin achieved her glowy flush with a Rhode pocket blush combination of the shades toasted teddy and freckle, finishing off the look with minimal eye makeup and her newest shade of peptide lip tint, cinnamon roll.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 23 Nov. 2024
Verb
This is an effect that can be sported all over the face as a monochromatic look—tinting the eyes, lips, and cheeks with a single hue—perhaps in the same multipurpose shade, or in a variety deep berry finishes.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
The easiest way to play with berry makeup is to do so by tinting the lips in rich grape and raspberry shades.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tint
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Does the brand offer a wide shade range inclusive of consumers with all skin tones and undertones?Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
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At a June meeting, the City Council approved modifications to the project, including replacing trees slated for removal with larger trees than previously envisioned and adding shade structures to cover the sidewalk.Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 23 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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Benza is due back in court Jan. 17, when he is expected to plead guilty to one count of deprivation of rights under color of law, a charge that carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison.Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 25 Dec. 2024
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Just take your pick of 25 sheer-to-buildable hues for a comfortable nourishing pop of color—perfect for on-the-go wear or even a night out.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2024
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Shuford sanded it down, stained the woodwork, and then sealed it for added durability.Alyce Collins, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Pooling water turned the dirt into a slippery mud puddle, quickly staining the bottom of the white wedding dress brown.Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Available in bold monochromatic hues of black, white, blue, red, and forest green, debuting in stores on January 2nd.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Related Articles For the special holiday occasion, Middleton and her nine-year-old daughter coordinated their looks in festive hues of green and blue.Julia Teti, WWD, 26 Dec. 2024
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To make the garlands more interesting, people would dye the popcorn kernels bright colors and string fruits and nuts alongside them.Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2024
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Set in suburban Pittsburgh, the coming-of-age drama starred Claire Danes as Angela Chase, an angsty 15-year-old sophomore with a wardrobe of flannel and hair dyed a Manic Panic red.Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
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This marks a major departure in tone for a Democratic administration.Zoë Schlanger, The Atlantic, 18 Dec. 2024
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The key is to play a balance of different tones of red.Celeste Polanco, Essence, 18 Dec. 2024
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Everything—from cosmetics to skincare—is gentle, lightly pigmented, and free of artificial fragrances.Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 29 Nov. 2024
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Its soft yet richly pigmented formula stays in place and is safe for sensitive eyes or contact lenses.Madison Yauger, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Tint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tint. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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