as in to paint
to give color or a different color to
pigmented varnishes
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Recent Examples of pigment
Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Its prestige may have been tied to its role in the trade of hematite, a red pigment with symbolic meaning in Andean cosmology, according to the release.
—Olivia Kemp, CNN Money, 8 July 2025
Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 May 2025
This lightweight closure mimics your scalp more precisely, no matter how light or deeply pigmented the skin tone, to achieve the most accurate replica of your own scalp.
—Gabrielle Nicole Pharms, StyleCaster, 31 Mar. 2025
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Noun
And given this is in part a measure of colour, pigment, the thumb is less likely to be affected by sun tanning or sun burn than a more outwards-facing area.
—Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Its prestige may have been tied to its role in the trade of hematite, a red pigment with symbolic meaning in Andean cosmology, according to the release.
—Olivia Kemp, CNN Money, 8 July 2025
Verb
Today’s formulas are finely milled, baked, buildable, and richly pigmented.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 May 2025
This lightweight closure mimics your scalp more precisely, no matter how light or deeply pigmented the skin tone, to achieve the most accurate replica of your own scalp.
—Gabrielle Nicole Pharms, StyleCaster, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigment
Noun
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Purple Door's version of Blue Moon, called Purple Moon, has no artificial dyes.—
Rose Androwich,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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The denim industry is consistently experimenting with new fibers, fabrications, dyes and processes to create new looks while simultaneously addressing sustainability.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
22 July 2025
Verb
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Those results are married to emails and interviews, and sometimes further testing – such as looking at supporting documentation – is necessary for painting a clearer picture.—
Jesse Silvertown,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Ratings As ever with modern-day viewing, ratings can paint a mixed picture.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
21 July 2025
Noun
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Because of their petite size and dark coloring, these snakes can easily hide or blend in with the landscape.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 July 2025
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Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, sporting unique coloring and personalities, but one recent social-media post quickly captured the attention of internet users after an owner showed off her dog's unusually long tail.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
Verb
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After the first rinse, shampoo, and condition, skip shampooing for at least 48 hours after coloring to allow everything to settle and last longer.—
Essence,
Essence,
22 July 2025
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Free events give families a chance to learn about local reptiles and insects and their contribution to the environment through arts and crafts, wildlife toys, matching games, coloring pages and books, according to the park district said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
21 July 2025
Noun
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One of the most popular alternatives for vibrant red colorants is cochineal extract or its lake, carmine.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
30 Apr. 2025
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And if a person later has an MRI, swelling and burning of the eye can occur if the machine’s powerful magnetic field interacts with trace colorant metals in the new pigment.—
Saima S. Iqbal,
Scientific American,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This luscious treatment is flavored and scented, but not tinted.—
Boutayna Chokrane,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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Other ways to keep your car cool include tinting your windows or using a sun shield in the windshield. 6.—
Mariyam Muhammad,
The Enquirer,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Curious how a simple coffee stain could inspire cutting-edge diagnostics and revolutionize at-home testing?—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
23 July 2025
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Regularly maintaining your granite countertops is crucial to prevent stains, scratches, and dullness.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
22 July 2025
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“Pigment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigment. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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