tinged

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These stories work because, as excessive as they are, they’re tinged with believability.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

The biggest event in American sports kicks off Sunday as the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks at a Super Bowl tinged by controversy over Bad Bunny's half-time show.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

As an adult, moving became quieter and more tinged with shame, prompted by divorce, a layoff and rent hikes every handful of years as I tried to “make it” in the big city.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

Now living in London with her supportive partner Celia, Meg admits her relationship with her home city has changed, and all her wonderful memories are tinged by the sadness of the losses.

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

His great dismay at the announcement of Major Major’s appointment as squadron commander was tinged with an embittered resentment he made no effort to conceal.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller