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as in thin
being of less than usual width
a hairline crack in the mug, almost too small to notice, was enough to make the mug break when filled with hot tea
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as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
a hairline distinction between her rating of certain things as "necessary" and others as "absolutely necessary"
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as in mathematical
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
an ultrasensitive telescope that requires hairline placement of the lenses
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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
the controversial measure passed by a hairline, the margin of victory being but a single vote
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Recent Examples of hairline
Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
These common cracks are less than one millimeter in width and can go in any direction; hairline cracks can happen after temperature and humidity fluctuations and as a home settles.
—Jessica Elliott, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
Those concerns are why Messenger’s shop doesn’t offer hairline microblading.
—Tatiana Dias, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Blue Ivy looked like a carbon copy of her mom, styling her new golden-blonde highlights in tiny braids along her hairline that fanned out into buttery blonde waves.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 8 Feb. 2026
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Noun
The rash usually starts as flat red spots on the face at the hairline and can spread down the body.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
These common cracks are less than one millimeter in width and can go in any direction; hairline cracks can happen after temperature and humidity fluctuations and as a home settles.
—Jessica Elliott, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
Those concerns are why Messenger’s shop doesn’t offer hairline microblading.
—Tatiana Dias, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Blue Ivy looked like a carbon copy of her mom, styling her new golden-blonde highlights in tiny braids along her hairline that fanned out into buttery blonde waves.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 8 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
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Expanding its computing lineup, HONOR will unveil the MagicPad4 tablet and MagicBook Pro 14 laptop, both built to demonstrate how AI-powered features can boost productivity while retaining ultra-thin designs.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Feb. 2026
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Lopez accessorized with a thin belt, boots, and a black handbag, as well as some gold hoops.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Sleek lines, warm wood tones and moody, dark finishes create a space that feels contemporary and intimate, with subtle nods to the building’s artistic past in the art hanging on the walls curated from local Denver artists.—
Sara Rosenthal,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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Minimal, low-profile, and finished with a subtle platform sole, these Pumas are the sneakers that go from museum-hopping to dinner reservations without missing a beat.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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By combining mathematical modeling with advanced image-analysis software, the team hopes to reconstruct hidden objects from very weak X-ray signals.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Feb. 2026
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The other dances involve patterns of walking that unspool in space and time like elegant mathematical equations.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
27 Feb. 2026
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The 24-inch Timeless Hardside Spinner by Jessica Simpson is hiding in the clearance section for just $38.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Feb. 2026
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My baby hairs are 4 inches long now!—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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But equal time itself is narrower than many assume.—
Jay Caruso,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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This lamp has an ultraslim frame, ideal for a narrow bedroom or tight reading nook.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Knee-high socks in black or white complemented pointed pumps and derby shoes alike, with a playful floral pattern or delicate crochet design at the lower level.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Or omit the bonus ingredients entirely and try these scones on their own in their lofty, delicate, and delicious glory.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Rick Song, Persona’s co-founder and chief executive, wrote in a statement posted to LinkedIn that Discord’s claims about Persona’s capabilities were not accurate, emphasizing that the company does offer on-device age verification.—
Kaitlyn Huamani,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Rick Song, Persona’s co-founder and CEO, wrote in a statement posted to LinkedIn that Discord’s claims about Persona’s capabilities were not accurate, emphasizing that the company does offer on-device age verification.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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That glossiness carried over into Hudson's hair, styled by Marcus Francis with a middle part and lots of wavy volume down the lengths.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
2 Mar. 2026
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Khan is 5-foot-8, 200 pounds and has black hair and brown eyes.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Hairline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairline. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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