Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comb-overs
Noun
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However, McMillan also sees the future getting nostalgic for vintage hairdos and techniques that have been recycled over the decades.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
31 Dec. 2025 -
Zelig has been working to make the virtual models on Build a Look appear more lifelike, utilizing multiple photo shoots on real models, relaxing the poses, and changing hairdos.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Hair stylists have been keeping tabs on exactly which haircuts have lasting power and face-framing capabilities.—
Krista Carter,
InStyle,
27 Jan. 2026
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That gives him enough time to get at least a couple of haircuts.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
23 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Avoid excessive heat or tight hairstyles.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
29 Jan. 2026
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Doubling the fun, Princess Charlotte and Princess Kate exactly matched their hairstyles in a total twinning moment for the private family gathering.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Discussion of the callback inspection can start and stop with 20 dead roaches on the kitchen floor, one dead roach and two live friends on the rim of a bucket with seasonings.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Comb-overs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comb-overs. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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