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Recent Examples of comb-over
Her speed keeps the plot aloft and, yes, covers some occasional thinness, in the manner of a comedy comb-over.
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Jesse Green, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Presented here, through some visual trickery, as a diminutive schlump with a hideous comb-over, Hawke doesn’t exactly disappear into the role, which strikes me as fortuitous and perhaps deliberate.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2025
Excited fans got a sneak peek of Hunnam dressed as Gein on set, complete with trousers, a plaid shirt and jacket and a comb-over hairstyle.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
Because Smith already looked rather similar to a young Chase, the hair department was able to recreate the latter’s distinct rectangular hairline and floppy comb-over style by zhuzhing Smith’s natural hair.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 14 Oct. 2024
Excited fans got a sneak peek of Hunnam dressed as Gein on set, complete with trousers, a plaid shirt and jacket and a comb-over hairstyle.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
Because Smith already looked rather similar to a young Chase, the hair department was able to recreate the latter’s distinct rectangular hairline and floppy comb-over style by zhuzhing Smith’s natural hair.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 14 Oct. 2024
Bree, floating in a druggy haze, is surrounded by sweaty men with comb-overs.
—Mayukh Sen, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2024
Visualize hair sticking straight up being a sharp knife, whereas a comb-over would be a dull one.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2023
Jesse Green, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Presented here, through some visual trickery, as a diminutive schlump with a hideous comb-over, Hawke doesn’t exactly disappear into the role, which strikes me as fortuitous and perhaps deliberate.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2025
Excited fans got a sneak peek of Hunnam dressed as Gein on set, complete with trousers, a plaid shirt and jacket and a comb-over hairstyle.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
Because Smith already looked rather similar to a young Chase, the hair department was able to recreate the latter’s distinct rectangular hairline and floppy comb-over style by zhuzhing Smith’s natural hair.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 14 Oct. 2024
Excited fans got a sneak peek of Hunnam dressed as Gein on set, complete with trousers, a plaid shirt and jacket and a comb-over hairstyle.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
Because Smith already looked rather similar to a young Chase, the hair department was able to recreate the latter’s distinct rectangular hairline and floppy comb-over style by zhuzhing Smith’s natural hair.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 14 Oct. 2024
Bree, floating in a druggy haze, is surrounded by sweaty men with comb-overs.
—Mayukh Sen, The Atlantic, 9 Apr. 2024
Visualize hair sticking straight up being a sharp knife, whereas a comb-over would be a dull one.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comb-over
Noun
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Burrell, a recognizable figure on the Food Network thanks to her spiky platinum blond hairdo and tart wit, died at her home in New York, according to a news release from the Food Network.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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He was clad in white vinyl boots and red leather pants with fringe; his hairdo was several inches high and shaped like a Guardia Civil hat.—
Timothy Crouse,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2025
Noun
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The haircut, which was done by celebrity hairstylist Chris McMillan, was the final segment on the June 16 episode, and the episode ended before viewers got a chance to see the full look.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
17 June 2025
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Before sitting in the hairstylist's chair, Bush Hager gave the audience members some background on McMillan, noting that his haircut on Bibb for The White Lotus inspired several viewers of the show to also cut their hair.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
16 June 2025
Noun
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The parade of state champions has done it with flair, both in their performance and their coiffure.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
17 May 2025
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The term hair-raising takes on new meaning as two performers contort their bodies high above the stage, connected only by their coiffures.—
Karen D'Souza,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Elijah Obeng filed a lawsuit against In-N-Out, alleging he was discriminated against and fired based on his natural hairstyle and texture.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
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Keep looking below for more Lululemon clothes from the We Made Too Much section, including dresses, tennis skirts, and a $9 accessory to complete your summer hairstyle.—
Jeaneen Russell,
People.com,
21 June 2025
Noun
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Two businesses were noted to have issues with roaches or rodents: Hot Shot Food Store, located at 4413 E. Berry St., had a score of 18.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 June 2025
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Complaints about a lack of hot water, power outages, roach infestations and mold contamination have gone unanswered, according to tenants.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Photo : Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings PLC When viewed from the front three-quarters angle, the smart little ducktail is hidden by the Vantage’s massive rear hips.—
Jonny Lieberman,
Robb Report,
12 May 2025
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Quad exhausts sit flush against the bumper, and a neat active aero ducktail spoiler sits at the rear.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Sly’s style followed a long Black fashion lineage of high drama and imagination, picking up traditions set by the likes of Gladys Bentley’s gender-bending tuxedos, Little Richard’s pompadour and makeup, and The Supreme’s coordinated costume.—
Hillary Crosley Coker,
Rolling Stone,
11 June 2025
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Dafoe rocks an aerodynamic pompadour and wicked attitude as the leader of a biker gang who kidnaps a rock singer (Diane Lane) and has a showdown with her ex (Michael Paré).—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But that is still a sizable market; a 2020 analysis found that 10.5 million Americans used home hair permanents and relaxers, and clients are still having their hair relaxed at salons.—
Linda Villarosa Robin Miles Krish Seenivasan Alec K. Redfearn,
New York Times,
13 June 2024
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There is always a temptation to make the temporary permanent, which is why the peace government must prioritize elections.—
Ashraf Ghani,
Foreign Affairs,
4 May 2021
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“Comb-over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comb-over. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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