slight tinge

Frequency: 6.54.8 per million words

Indicates a small but noticeable amount of a color or an emotion.

tingeADJECTIVE + NOUN

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slight

Examples (10)

  • The sky had a slight tinge of pink.
  • Her cheeks had a slight tinge of embarrassment.
  • The painting had a slight tinge of blue in the otherwise green landscape.
  • He felt a slight tinge of sadness when he heard the news.
  • The water had a slight tinge of yellow, indicating impurities.
  • There was a slight tinge of orange in the sunset.
  • She noticed a slight tinge of worry in his voice.
  • The fabric had a slight tinge of purple, making it unique.
  • Even in the bright sun, there was a slight tinge of gray in the clouds.
  • He detected a slight tinge of sarcasm in her reply.