frizz

Definition of frizznext
as in curl
a length of hair that forms a loop or series of loops a photograph of a 1920s flapper with that trademark frizz on the forehead

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Recent Examples of frizz Keratin is a protein that can not only repair hair structure but also moisturize and smooth the cuticle, reducing frizz. Eden Stuart, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2026 Pea peptides and jackfruit polysaccharides join the mix to boost hydration and encourage airy lift, minus the frizz. Michelle Rostamian, Allure, 27 Feb. 2026 Just make sure to work in a hair oil to keep frizz at bay and shine maximized. Krista Carter, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026 From artificial mini plants that add a pop of color to shelves and desks to a satin pillowcase designed to help keep frizz at bay, these are the markdowns worth shopping. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for frizz
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frizz
curl
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  • The lunchtime sandwich that reigns supreme is undoubtedly the mushroom dip, with a tangle of Long Beach oyster mushrooms confited in oil, then roasted until their edges become crisp and curl in the pizza oven.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Nakamura, who works almost exclusively in his native Japan, smooths over those divisions, creating reverent, porous structures that open to the landscape or curl in on themselves in repose.
    Justin Davidson, Curbed, 1 Apr. 2026

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“Frizz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frizz. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.

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