as in hairdo
a style or arrangement of hair
he hopes the new haircut will make him look more mature for the job interview
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Recent Examples of haircut
Joanie Sprague and Danielle Evans were both sent to the dentist as part of the makeover portion of the season, which usually focused more on the contestants' haircuts and color rather than irreversible cosmetic changes.
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
Essentially, the lender adds up all the bank deposits for the period, subtracting out transfers, dividing by the timeline and then taking an overhead haircut to come up with a monthly income.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 12 Feb. 2026
Last month, Robinson helped to host a community event in Oakland, where over 100 students enjoyed a warm meal and received haircuts.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Other clergy arrange haircuts and grocery deliveries to help meet people’s basic needs.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 7 Feb. 2026
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
Essentially, the lender adds up all the bank deposits for the period, subtracting out transfers, dividing by the timeline and then taking an overhead haircut to come up with a monthly income.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 12 Feb. 2026
Last month, Robinson helped to host a community event in Oakland, where over 100 students enjoyed a warm meal and received haircuts.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Other clergy arrange haircuts and grocery deliveries to help meet people’s basic needs.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for haircut
Noun
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At 41, Sarah sports a two-inch-long soft, spiked, punky hairdo.—
Gerald Witt,
AJC.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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That’s the best one, man, and his neat hairdo, looking stylish.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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And if history tells us anything, her co-sign alone is enough to propel a hairstyle straight into trend territory.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
26 Feb. 2026
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In contrast to her undone hairstyle, Chopra looked ready for a day at the office in a polished white jumpsuit featuring a crisp dress shirt bodice, eyelet cutouts running down the front, and wide-legged trousers.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Backstage at Proenza Schouler, hairstylist Holly Smith fashioned a sleek version of the quiet ponytail for Rachel Scott’s first collection during New York Fashion Week.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Obama's delicate braids were styled in a high ponytail, showcasing a pair of large diamond studs, while her makeup consisted of a smoky eye, pops of coral blush, and a glossy lip.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Kendall Jenner’s blonde coiffure owes something to Lauren Bacall and Marilyn Monroe.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
11 Feb. 2026
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Ideal for anyone with a bob, the style allows the hair to be shaped into a romantic coiffure with shorter layers becoming part of an ornamental bun. Make-up artist Nina Park complemented the hair look with a delicate helping of blusher over the star’s cheeks and down the bridge of her nose.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Bessette-Kennedy’s engagement ring, made of round-cut sapphires and diamonds on a platinum band, was a copy of a gold and emerald ring that Jackie wore, according to Carole Radziwill’s memoir What Remains.—
Emily Chan,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
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In the poll, nearly all respondents (91%) said the state’s budget situation was somewhat of a problem, though they were divided on how to close the gap, with 43% for spending cuts and 39% through a mix of cuts and tax increases.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Haircut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haircut. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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