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
Sometimes dyeing your hair at home is the best option for changing up your hair color.
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Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
When John commands Cal to cut his long hair, Cal rebels by dyeing it platinum and trimming it into a chin-length bob.
—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
Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
When John commands Cal to cut his long hair, Cal rebels by dyeing it platinum and trimming it into a chin-length bob.
—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
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One of the defendants, formerly a San Jose gang leader, found new purpose painting murals inside the Dublin jail where he was housed while his case was pending.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Avoid painting any fixtures around your home that use a lot of water, like faucets.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
25 Feb. 2026
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The chromium in the pan can react to high temperatures, leading to rainbow coloring on stainless steel.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026
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Legend has it that when Buddha was painting the sky, blue pigment dripped onto the floor and his inquisitive chow chow licked the puddle, coloring the dog’s tongue permanently.—
Andrew Norman Wilson,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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The Signature Round Deep Oven offers plenty of features that justify the investment, like its easy-to-clean enamel that resists chipping, dulling, and staining, a tight-fitting lid that helps circulate steam, and an ergonomic knob for effortless lifting.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
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For a softer take, Kulfi Beauty’s lip staining oil in Caramel adds a warm nude sheen that feels both effortless and seasonally appropriate.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 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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“Dyeing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dyeing. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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