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permanents

Pronunciation: [ˈpɜːrmənənts]

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Learn how to use permanents in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “hairdressing”

(noun) a type of hairstyle that is made by using chemicals to curl the hair. It's like giving your hair beautiful waves or curls that last for a long time, instead of just using a curling iron for a day.

Example

After getting a perm, her hair looked bouncy and full of curls.

Example

He decided against getting a permanent because he preferred his straight hair.

Example

Did you ever think about getting permanents for your hair?

Context: “artistic or general use”

(noun) a type of marker or pen that writes in a way that lasts for a long time. When you write with a permanent marker, your writing doesn’t wash off easily.

Example

She used a permanent marker to label all her school supplies.

Example

He realized that writing with a regular pen wasn't as good as using permanents for this project.

Example

What kind of pen should I use if I want my drawing to last, permanents or regular markers?

How to pronounce permanents

Pronunciation: [ˈpɜːrmənənts]

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