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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
a race that was won by a hair
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Recent Examples of hair
The cover of Sabrina Carpenter’s forthcoming album, Man’s Best Friend, features the singer on her knees, pawing for attention at an anonymous man who has his hand gripping her hair.
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Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 12 June 2025
On June 11, the 26-year-old singer posted an image of herself on her hands and knees with her hair being held up like a leash by a faceless being in a suit (presumably a man).
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 12 June 2025
Leaving little to the imagination, she was photographed by famed fashion photographer David LaChapelle while kneeling down on the floor wearing nothing but thigh-high socks and her flowing long blond hair.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 12 June 2025
None of Chandler's DNA was found at the murder scene, nor were any fibers found from her clothing, or any of her hair.
—Ruth Chenetz, CBS News, 31 May 2025
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Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 12 June 2025
On June 11, the 26-year-old singer posted an image of herself on her hands and knees with her hair being held up like a leash by a faceless being in a suit (presumably a man).
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 12 June 2025
Leaving little to the imagination, she was photographed by famed fashion photographer David LaChapelle while kneeling down on the floor wearing nothing but thigh-high socks and her flowing long blond hair.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 12 June 2025
None of Chandler's DNA was found at the murder scene, nor were any fibers found from her clothing, or any of her hair.
—Ruth Chenetz, CBS News, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hair
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The storms are packing marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) and wind gusts of up to 50 mph.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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Stillwater’s Tyler Curnow won the discus with a throw of 176 feet, 8 inches, edging Forest Lake’s Howie Johnson.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
13 June 2025
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In Tanzi’s opinion, the best diet for the brain is the Mediterranean diet, which minimizes red meat and is rich in fiber from fruit and vegetables.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Optional: Use wool dryer balls to soften the fibers and keep sheets from tangling up.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
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At Gabriela Hearst, texture and contrast took center stage as linen was paired with unexpected fabrics like wool and silk, creating the illusion of separates for a modern, polished feel.—
Lauren Alexis Fisher,
Footwear News,
12 June 2025
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Ibex is deservedly legendary for its wool, especially its base layers (see below, and in our merino wool guide).—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
12 June 2025
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Hahn: Agatha wears this locket around her neck with Hecate — the maiden, mother, crone.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
12 June 2025
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However, the study did not show a substantial change in whole-body or femoral neck bone density.3 5.—
Jennifer Steinhoff,
Verywell Health,
12 June 2025
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Allow to cool completely on wire rack to room temperature.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2025
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Staff and wire reports USA TODAY Dior is appointing its menswear designer, Jonathan Anderson, as the fashion house's creative director, who will also oversee womenswear designs and haute couture.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
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The English cream is a variation of the standard and much-loved golden retriever, characterized by a coat that ranges in color from light cream to almost white.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 June 2025
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Two bulls, each weighing over 1,300 pounds, ram heads and jab horns as their muscles ripple under velvety coats.—
Chang W. Lee,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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Data Management Simplified For companies seeking to accelerate their data processing, there are steps to take toward a smoother and more agile approach to data extraction and enrichment.—
Lori Schafer,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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In an exclusive clip from the film (below), the jury tries to retrace Sophie’s steps, and imagine her state of mind, on the night she was murdered.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2025
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Expect to see sewing and quilting supplies, fabric, yarn, specialty threads, sewing machines, and much more starting now, with additional products rolling out as the year goes on.—
Isabella Milano,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2025
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Across the globe, every smart city project must share a common thread: empowering people by delivering the connectivity that makes innovation meaningful.—
Brendan O’Reilly,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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“Hair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hair. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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