as in shades
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 paints
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 tints
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2026
So many skin tints sit greasy on top of the skin, never actually settling in, but not this one.
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Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Fades by Diesel and Balenciaga have a blurred and ombre effect, signaling a shift away from the dirty tints and washes that have trended in recent seasons.
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Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
24 June 2026
Because the 2019 study found filtering levels and lens tints differ widely between brands, shoppers who want stronger filtering may need lenses with a visible yellow tint.
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Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
To round out the collection, Rhode is also releasing limited-edition shades of its peptide lip shapes and tints as well as accessories such as bags, towels and lip cases.
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Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Pick up the formula, along with other popular skin tints, for as little as $10.
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Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
Choose shades and tints to avoid looking like a kid's birthday party or a school sports team.
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Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
31 May 2026
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Nov. 2025
Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
Participants will learn how to use pastel tints and expressive doodles to design ocean waves, seashells, coral, seaweed, and coastal plants.
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Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2026
So many skin tints sit greasy on top of the skin, never actually settling in, but not this one.
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Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Fades by Diesel and Balenciaga have a blurred and ombre effect, signaling a shift away from the dirty tints and washes that have trended in recent seasons.
—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
24 June 2026
Because the 2019 study found filtering levels and lens tints differ widely between brands, shoppers who want stronger filtering may need lenses with a visible yellow tint.
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Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
To round out the collection, Rhode is also releasing limited-edition shades of its peptide lip shapes and tints as well as accessories such as bags, towels and lip cases.
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Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Pick up the formula, along with other popular skin tints, for as little as $10.
—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
Choose shades and tints to avoid looking like a kid's birthday party or a school sports team.
—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
31 May 2026
Verb
Turmeric tints the cream an almost glowing gold, and a heap of sharp white cheddar melts straight into the mix, giving it both body and tang.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Nov. 2025
Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tints
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Sculptures and paintings by local artists are sprinkled throughout the 18 rooms, which are swathed in pastel shades like apricot and mint, reminiscent of the artwork and architecture in Emirdag’s other home in the South of France.
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Having a wide array of Tinted Moisturizer and Secret Camouflage shades right at my fingertips completely took the guesswork out of putting together this routine.
Verb
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The Harris Poll, conducted between June 17–22, paints a picture of a fandom economy splitting in two.
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But Braithwaite’s wry, wonderful novel paints a world where violent men are dealt with…sometimes by a certain sister.
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The most common cat colors are orange, black, cream or gray, but cats can come in unique hues, such as chocolate or lilac.
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Available in 15 colors, the formula contains antioxidant vitamin C to prevent free radical damage, and features a convenient sponge applicator for smooth, precise application.
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When that protective finish gets damaged, the toilet actually stains easier and is harder to keep clean over time.
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What Sacks doesn’t get is that by financing and diplomatically supporting Israel, our country makes the crimes of the Israeli government possible, which stains America’s reputation in the world and drains our Treasury.
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These colors will pop even more when the sun hits them, so lean into the wow-factor of the boldest, most unapologetic hues on pillows, pots, and furnishings.
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Neon-leaning hues of lime green, pink, orange, and black swirl together for a manicure that's practically made for a tropical getaway—and bold enough to stand out from the beach to the open sea.
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As fans of the book may recall, Sloane dyes her hair to match her employer—no wonder Lohan and Woodley look like blonde twins!
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This information is conveyed by a hilariously avant-garde Poulter, playing the store’s manager, who dyes his hair to match each monochromatic scheme and hides his nefariousness behind a company policy that requires techno music to be played at maximum volume at all times.
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Grab this gorgeous burgundy color or opt for five other options, including animal print and neutral tones.
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The accommodations strike a balance between rustic and refined, with neutral tones and natural materials that call back to the estate’s heritage while offering guests an atmosphere of refined comfort.
Verb
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The brand uses tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, a gentle, stabilized form of vitamin C that brightens and protects against premature aging.
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The lemon juice brightens the peaches and helps slow browning, a method also recommended for freezing peaches.
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“Tints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tints. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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