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To shield from light.
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The old oak tree shaded the lawn in the heat of the day.
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To alter slightly.
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Most politicians will shade the truth if it helps them.
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To vary or approach something slightly, particularly in color.
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The hillside was bright green, shading towards gold in the drier areas.
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(of a defensive player) To move slightly from one's normal fielding position.
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Jones will shade a little to the right on this pitch count.
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To darken, particularly in drawing.
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I draw contours first, gradually shading in midtones and shadows.
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To surpass by a narrow margin.
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Both parties claimed afterwards that their man did best in the debate, but an early opinion poll suggested Mr Cameron shaded it.
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To reduce (a window) so that only its title bar is visible.
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To shelter; to cover from injury; to protect; to screen.
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To present a shadow or image of; to shadow forth; to represent.