as in painting
to give color or a different color to
dyed her hair a startling red
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Recent Examples of dyeing
When John commands Cal to cut his long hair, Cal rebels by dyeing it platinum and trimming it into a chin-length bob.
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Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Another student describes making algae yarn over winter break, boiling and dyeing it in her kitchen.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 30 Dec. 2025
So, we’re used to thinking about dyeing our hair—and focusing on our roots—as a corrective, routine treatment to cover gray hair.
—Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2025
Permanently dyeing your hair extremely black at home is for someone who is absolutely committed to being black for an extended period, Klepadlo says.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2025
At the time, Jenner became known for her edgy, experimental looks, especially after dyeing her hair blue.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
What’s the most common error men make when dyeing their hair or beards?
—The Editors, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2025
Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Another student describes making algae yarn over winter break, boiling and dyeing it in her kitchen.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 30 Dec. 2025
So, we’re used to thinking about dyeing our hair—and focusing on our roots—as a corrective, routine treatment to cover gray hair.
—Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2025
Permanently dyeing your hair extremely black at home is for someone who is absolutely committed to being black for an extended period, Klepadlo says.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2025
At the time, Jenner became known for her edgy, experimental looks, especially after dyeing her hair blue.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
What’s the most common error men make when dyeing their hair or beards?
—The Editors, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dyeing
Verb
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Slok cited a slew of academic studies on AI and productivity, painting a contradictory picture about the utility of the technology.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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In addition, Granite Construction Company will make improvements to adjacent taxiways, upgrading lighting and painting new striping and markings.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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The final stage is coloring everything.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Add the onion and saute until soft without coloring, 2 to 3 minutes.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Few wardrobe moments are more stressful than staining your beloved cashmere sweater.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
15 Feb. 2026
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Nancy Guthrie had been missing less than three days when family members and reporters, and even an Amazon delivery worker, could be seen wandering onto her property, with drops of her blood still staining the front entryway.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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What was once an elegant, albeit limited interface, has evolved into a highly customizable menu with a sleek, new Liquid Glass design language, free icon and widget placement options, and color-tinting elements that rival those seen on Android.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
21 Nov. 2025
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Hawley and a team of craftspeople worked across the globe embroidering, aging and tinting the costumes for the film.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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